Billy Kelleher (Cork North Central, Fianna Fail)

——and these areas of the economy are sound.

We must ensure we remain competitive. Wage restraint and keeping taxation low will be of fundamental importance during the next 18 months. I urge all those involved in social partnership to sit down, ensure they come up with an agreement which protects the vulnerable and the low paid and ensures everybody across society carries this burden during the coming years to ensure we do not undermine our competitiveness.

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