Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

As the Deputy is aware, an initiative cannot be taken when an industrial relations issue is the reason no one is engaging. That issue has now been dealt with. I have written to the Irish Congress of Trade Unions and asked for discussions to take place quickly.

Regarding the agencies involved, they have established a presence at nine locations, although not to the degree one would seek.

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