He says he came very close to agreement with Lord Howe.
Lord Howe has challenged the accuracy of the records.
Lord Howe stated he did not have the authority to meet that demand.
Lord Howe said increases in basic rate income tax were not unthinkable.
But Lord Howe today refused to be drawn on the rumours.
Lord Howe is one of the best kept secrets along the Australian coastline.
Lord Howe is not a budget destination, although prices fall considerably in winter.
And if the reforms aren't an opportunity for the private sector why is Lord Howe busy telling everyone they are?
You had him at the Lord Howe, that's the last I know.
During the meeting, Lord Howe did most of the talking.