Brendan Howlin (Wexford, Labour)

I sincerely thank Deputy Ó Cuív for his deep concern about my ability to answer questions. I strongly welcome his support and I look forward to his participation in the debate on the legislation to facilitate that next Tuesday.

The Government has authorised the publication of the Duffy Walsh report. The Minister with responsibility has his own proposals. There are no predetermined outcomes for the discussions that will be undertaken in the coming weeks with the social partners. The matter will come back to Government for a decision. There are no predetermined decisions.

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