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Postal Services Bill [HL]

My Lords, as I said, I will withdraw it. The grouping of these amendments has not only confused the Minister but confused me, as I have had to scrabble through my notes. I am sure that the record of this exchange will show exactly what my noble friend has said—it is always accurate—and I can see that there is some merit in Clause 17. I would still like to push the House to go for the word "agreement", but I am if nothing else a realist and know it is unlikely that I will get much support at this time of night for something which is clearly arguable. Under the circumstances, I beg leave to withdraw the amendment. Amendment 43 withdrawn. Clause 18 : Amendments of the RMPP Amendments 44 to 46 not moved.