Paul Gavan (Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

We have received a huge number of submissions over recent weeks. This submission is by far the most impressive to date. It is extremely objective and detailed. It gives us real information. While I am a Sinn Féin Senator, I acknowledge that some of the points made are valid. I also acknowledge that Deputy Cullinane has already said he is open to amending the Bill.

I have two questions for the witnesses. First, representatives of other organisations have attended the committee and told us that there is no need for this Bill. I am conscious that the witnesses here today are employment law professionals and they work in this area day in and day out. In their opinion, is there a need for a Bill to address this issue?