Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael)

That is the intention. I have consulted the Parliamentary Counsel. The phraseology used refers to persons employed under a contract of employment with an employment agency. That does not include the instances to which the Deputy refers. The Parliamentary Counsel has assured me that the wording is robust and that there is an implicit exclusion. In addition, my Department will issue guidelines; therefore, there will be absolute clarity for everyone concerned. I am assured that the legislative basis on which we will issue the guidelines is sound.

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