Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)

Following the flippant way in which the leader of the Opposition treats the social partners, I am sure they will outline their views to him in due course. We have always been of the view that the role of social partners within our economy has been pivotal and will continue to be so. The Taoiseach has met with the congress and IBEC representatives to discuss the current economic situation. I have likewise interacted with them, as have my Ministers of State, on a constant basis.

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