Unfortunately, the Minister afterwards agreed to those twin pressures from the so-called social partners which have become almost irresistible to successive Governments, which have given them so much power that it is almost impossible to enter debate in this Chamber without someone proudly stating that they will do nothing until they have consulted, normally with the unions but occasionally with the employers too, although the latter group tends to be their lapdog. The Minister comes here to say that he will of course consult with the social partners before he does something. It is in virtually every script. Why the hell should he consult with them?