John O'Mahony (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

As members are aware, the NBRU and SIPTU appeared last week on this matter and they raised concerns about employment if they are unsuccessful in tendering for 10% of services.

As members are aware, the NBRU and SIPTU appeared last week on this matter and they raised concerns about employment if they are unsuccessful in tendering for 10% of services. In Waterford, all services are up for tender. The witnesses' point is that all of this is for the benefit of the consumer but perhaps they can address worries or concerns of the companies in respect of the employment conditions and the difficulties if they are unsuccessful. At last week's meeting, reference was made to letters of comfort received by some workers. What is the position in that regard?