Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)

There are no legislative proposals to deal with proposed new regulations regarding PRSI or work practices. In my own area of enterprise, trade and employment I indicated that if I did not see more price reductions, even though we have had some, I would consider introducing some legislative measures to deal with the concerns of consumers. There is one view on price controls and other measures can be considered in the context of reducing prices.

My view is similar to that of the Taoiseach. We are working with people to provide absolute transparency, which the committee concerned has been trying to achieve. Following that we can identify the areas that need to be addressed. If they are not addressed to my satisfaction legislation will be introduced to the House.

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