I agree too.
I've come to a point of being numb by the constant fighting over the past 20 years!
If they think it is beneficial for themselves they will do it anyway. If it is beneficial for us they will rather sink the ship than give anything away.
They know they need the cos08 guys to go to 65, but they will try and spin it as if they are doing you a favour and want something in return. They just cannot help themselves.