Senator CASH (Western Australia—Assistant Minister for Immigration and Border Protection and Minister Assisting the Prime Minister for Women) (14:18): Again, I thank the senator for her question. In relation to operational matters, this government has made it very, very clear that we will not be commenting on operational matters. Unlike the former government, which was quite happy to band together with the Australian Greens to give to the people smugglers exactly what they wanted, which was a product to sell, this government— Honourable senators interjecting— The PRESIDENT: Order! When there is silence on both sides—and I have asked Senator Cash to resume her seat—we will proceed. Senator Cash, continue. Senator CASH: Thank you, Mr President. As I was stating, this government has made it very, very clear that we will be providing information on our Friday weekly briefings. Opposition senators interjecting— Senator CASH: In relation to that decision, the reason that those on the other side are so upset by the decision is that in the short time that this government has been in power we have seen a 75 per cent reduction— Opposition senators interjecting— The PRESIDENT: Order! Senator Cash, just resume your seat. I know you have only got a limited time left to answer the question but I need to hear your answer. Senator Cash, continue Senator CASH: Thank you, Mr President. We have seen a 75 per cent reduction in the number of illegal—(Time expired)