Denis Naughten (Longford-Roscommon, Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister for his reply. Fine Gael believes that the Irish labour market should not be opened to Bulgarian and Romanian nationals on 1 January next. In advance of the accession of the two countries, the Government should announce details of the transitional arrangements to be put in place for Bulgarian and Romanian citizens and restrict their access to the Irish labour market. Will the Minister elaborate on the discussions he has had with the UK authorities? Has he consulted any other EU member states? What impact will their decisions have on the decision that will be taken here?

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