Arthur Morgan (Louth, Sinn Fein)

A number of the amendments tabled by Deputy Howlin and myself are similar, which reflects recent representations and lobbying on the part of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions. Amendment No. 4 is specific in terms of dealing with the issue of information. I appreciate that Deputy Howlin has just dealt with that subject but perhaps the Minister of State could explain why, if my amendment was accepted, it would weaken the Bill. I believe that is what he said a moment ago but I fail to see how that could be so. The thrust of the amendment is an attempt to ensure that collective consultation is occurring, that employee representatives have access to data and that employers recognise them fully. I await the Minister of State's response.

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