Mr. Brian Carroll:

The approach being taken is to use structures to address the problem that is in place. I have gone through the terms of reference of the just transition commissioner a number of times and there are structures in place with the joint industrial relations council and the Workplace Relations Commission to deal with IR issues in Bord na Móna. I have highlighted the separate and distinct role that the just transition commissioner will take. He will engage with relevant trade union and worker representatives, among other stakeholders. That is to put him in a position to recommend to the Government, when that work is done, the essential elements of a just transition for workers and communities most affected. That includes any additional actions or measures deemed appropriate and optimal structures or processes to support co-ordinated delivery of the just transition in the midlands. It will be the role of the commissioner to develop liaison channels between institutions in the regions and central Government. There is quite a lot in the terms of reference that apply to what the commissioner is to do.