Another important matter which the advisory group failed to deal with is that of deceased persons. My party is firmly of the view that the good name of the deceased should be protected. At present there is no protection and we have seen the consequences of the absence of such protection. In order to maintain balance between the parties in an action of this kind, it is important that the onus of proof remains as it is. It should continue to be the case that the defendant must prove the truth of the matter which he or she has published. Regardless of what model of press regulation is adopted, this side of the House wishes the reform of the defamation laws to be a priority.