Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)

I wish to ask the Taoiseach about two pieces of legislation, one a primary piece and the other secondary. The secondary legislation refers to an issue I have raised on a number of occasions and concerns the ban on below cost selling of alcohol, which facilitates promotions such as "buy one, get one free" regarding the sale of alcopops to young people. I understand the European Commission has given its approval to the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform, Deputy Dermot Ahern, to proceed with that secondary legislation. When will it come before the House? It was promised some 12 months ago.

Regarding primary legislation, when will the national monuments (amendment) Bill come before the House? Will the Taoiseach intervene directly regarding the freeze on the recruitment of seasonal guides in the Office of Public Works for facilities such as Clonmacnoise and many other fine facilities around the country? It is important to promote these facilities and that they are available to tourists. I am sure the Taoiseach wants to comment on that issue.

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