Matt Carthy (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I had some trouble joining the meeting, so I apologise for being a few minutes late. Will the Minister give his rationale for not accepting the amendment, if that is his intention? Will he elaborate on the wording it is proposed not to amend, namely, "during the period commencing 6 months before"? There is a seasonal element to workers in this sector. Is the Minister satisfied all workers who will be at a loss as a result of this decision will be in line to receive a redundancy package? We have heard a number of times a dismissal of any suggestion we would provide in legislation for redundancy beyond-----