Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

That is a comprehensive reply from the Taoiseach. I noted the report in The Irish Times outlining his concern about social partnership, arising from the actions of Irish Ferries. There seems to be an indication that he is taking legal advice on the matter of the State contribution to the company redundancy package. The report goes on to state the Taoiseach hinted at legislative change in this area. Can the Taoiseach elaborate on that? Does the Taoiseach care to comment on the remarks made by Jack O'Connor in respect of continuing in social partnership, given recent events? When will consumers have a seat at the partnership table in respect of social partnership talks? Will the Taoiseach comment on the current disputes at Irish Ferries, An Post and ESB, which are currently of concern to a great number of people?

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