Paul Gavan (Sinn Fein)
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Again, that is where we disagree with each other, respectfully. The best practice from Scotland shows there will only be significant growth in co-operatives when there is a dedicated department or unit promoting them. Otherwise one is being Jesuitical about it, telling people they can go this route for companies or this route for co-operatives and it is up to them. Successful models in France, Scotland, Italy and Spain show that where there is an active unit and specific legislation, not this broad church, that makes it happen. We are missing an opportunity.