Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)

Legislation on the protection of employment is due this session.

On Deputy Rabbitte's first question, the Government would like to deal with the constitutional amendment over the next few months prior to the election. We would also like to get agreement on it. That is why the Minister of State, Deputy Brian Lenihan, is in consultation on whether the issues will be taken collectively. The Government wishes to deal with the amendment, but we want agreement if possible.

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