Charlie O'Connor (Dublin South West, Fianna Fail)

I welcome the opportunity to contribute to this important debate. I commend the Labour Party and, in particular, Deputy Shortall and my friend, Deputy Penrose, on allowing us to discuss a range of issues. As Acting Chairman last night, I was enthralled by Deputy Penrose's contribution. The Tánaiste acknowledged that the Deputy made several positive suggestions.

Unlike Deputy Brady, I have not worked in a labour exchange but I have been a client of the exchange in Tallaght. I have mentioned this to Deputy Enright on three occasions.

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