to appease them a little bit. we have had hsbc threatening to leave the country because they have been hit by the bank levy. he may announce a reform of the tax system. he will also emphasize the fact that fiscal responsibility still remains a priority. perhaps we should not expect too many big giveaways to the banking sector. jon: can the banks expect some appeasement tonight? on the other side, you have hsbc dancing around and considering leaving the u.k.. is this going to be on his mind tonight? reporter: it certainly will be. if he does announce -- there is speculation that the bba had asked for an advance of the speech so it would be included tonight. that could certainly give some appeasement to hsbc, until they