Gerald Nash (Labour) | Oireachtas source

It exploits a lacuna in the law. My view, of which Mr. McMahon will be aware, is that fundamental legislative change is needed to make employment status a clear issue of primary law. There has been too much exploitation. The State has failed individuals, workers and decent, compliant businesses. We hope to get to the point where there is legislative change but I will not hold my breath because too many powerful vested interests are involved.