Frank Fahey (Galway West, Fianna Fail)

I have no information on convictions at present, but I will provide the information to the Deputy. The working time directive as it applies to doctors in training is a matter for the Minister for Health and Children. I am not aware of the up-to-date situation, but I am aware that negotiations have been ongoing. There are discussions on the implementation of the directive as it applies to the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment. The proposals made by the European Commission have been submitted to the social partners for consideration. When the process of consultation with the social partners will be completed, the council will make a decision on the matter.

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