The ESRI evaluation, while purely advisory, will be an input into ongoing Government consideration of investment priorities. The evaluation is undoubtedly a comprehensive analysis of investment under the NDP. As Senators will appreciate, Government consideration of investment priorities must take account of a number of factors, including value for money and economic impact of the investment. The ESRI report contains much useful guidance on the latter. It is clear that the strategy, priorities and key objectives of the plan remain fully valid. The ESRI's conclusion that the plan is impacting so positively on the attainment of these objectives is welcome, as is its conclusion that the plan remains as relevant today as when launched in November 1999.