I would like to see the evidence for this assertion. There is no point in introducing such a measure without allowing for a proper debate on it because we must have clarity on how the proposal will be implemented. Will the pay cheques of those at present on the minimum wage be reduced by €40 a week, or €2,000 a year? Will the measure create new jobs or will it simply mean that existing workers will be cheaper to employ? It is important that we debate this issue with honesty and integrity. I have previously made proposals in this House on a maximum wage within the public service, an issue that has to be considered carefully also.