Social Democrats’ lofty ideals do not add up in the real world

Ask a five-year-old what they want when they grow up and most will have an answer.

Many want to go to outer space or have their sights on a speedy Ferrari or others may wish to become a pop celebrity with all the diamonds and bling that goes with the title.

But then we grow up and quickly realise that in this cruel world dreams can be very difficult to achieve if you don’t have the dosh to fund them.