David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)
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The due diligence directive talks about human rights issues, which is a separate type of thing.

On the recruitment of staff, this is an issue that comes up again and again when we meet the representatives of companies and various agencies. Many people are facing difficulty with this aspect. I keep saying that I am involved in the Open Doors Initiative. The witnesses may not be aware of it. It involves working with people who come from disadvantaged backgrounds, have disabilities, etc. We had a very interesting meeting dealing with people with disabilities trying to gain employment and the barriers involved in doing so. I just alert the witnesses to this type of ongoing work. Perhaps the witnesses might like to comment on it because it is an area where if people get extra help and support it can be of huge benefit. I refer to diversity and inclusion.