Eamon Ryan (Dublin South, Green Party)

I have one question. The Tánaiste mentioned in her response the widespread need for pension contributions from people with low and middle incomes. The work done by parents in the home was not recognised in the budget. It is difficult work which is important for our society. However, it does not have a pension provision or any other statutory provision. Does the Tánaiste think it is time we recognised that work and gave the people involved the same rights that people in other working environments have?

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