Tony Killeen (Clare, Fianna Fail)

In that context, I have no difficulty in considering the creation of additional public holidays. However, I believe social partnership plays an integral and important role in our lives. It has been a major contributor to the success of the economy and the country. I would not be happy to take an initiative without reference to the social partners, notwithstanding the fact that the Government may be prepared to do so.

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