The Minister has taken a progressive approach to policy issues in many areas. However, this provision is regressive and there is no question that it is not in the spirit of democracy. I do not accept that it is undemocratic, because a democracy can decide to put restraints on people. However, it is certainly not in the spirit of democratic movement. We like to have leadership in politics, trade unions, churches and Government Departments. The last thing we need is a passive and accepting leadership. The yardstick of leadership is that it should be courageous, challenging and questioning at all times. Those in authority should lead on these principles, but this provision gives lie to and undermines them in a way that is not acceptable.