Billy Kelleher (Cork North Central, Fianna Fail)

Everyone is conscious of the pressure the hotel industry is under at present. I urge everyone represented at the forum and the JLCs to finalise the issue because it is causing problems.

We have embraced social partnership on this side of the House for many years. The Labour Party also supported it and we will consistently encourage a situation where everyone comes together in the spirit of partnership. Our door is always open for those that come up with constructive ideas to address the serious situation facing the country.

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