Mr. Speaker, I say exactly what I said in my speech. We attempted to conciliate and we attempted to mediate.
One thing the Reform Party misses is that the minute you go to a mediator you lose control of labour negotiations. Let us take a look at the facts. The results of mediation generally drive up costs in labour disputes. If that is the solution the Reform Party wants, it will mean driving up the costs of Canada Post.
We would rather see a negotiated settlement. Since we were unable to negotiate it we must take responsibility and get the mail moving in Canada.