Gerry Adams (Louth, Sinn Fein)

I asked if there were consequences and pay cuts for those at the very top of the scale. The Labour Party Minister and the Taoiseach have repeated that there will be consequences. A lot of the people involved are low paid workers who provide front-line services which are essential for the welfare of citizens and those who are vulnerable. Once again we are told this is to satisfy the IMF and EU.

There is waste as well as huge salaries at the top of the public service. Mar a dúirt mé cúpla uair, tá mé ag lorg freagra soiléir. Will there also be consequences for those at the very top? Will they include capping their salaries? Will pay cuts also be introduced?

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