I have never even heard that matter raised, and I have been interested in the world of deafness for some 30 years. Therefore, how people can saddle my noble friend with that kind of information, again, beats me. My noble friend mentioned consultation. I warmly welcome consultation. I believe that that was a great step forward by the Government.
Consultation is one aspect of the issue.
If I could vote against the Government now, I should certainly do so. However, because I cannot, I shall, regretfully, withdraw the amendment. I do not believe that I have an option. If he wishes to put these amendments into it, he is perfectly entitled to do so. I shall strongly support the noble Lord, Lord Ashley, if he wishes to press the amendments.