John Perry (Sligo-North Leitrim, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I appreciate fully Deputy Lowry's remarks and I believe it is very important that the due diligence being carried out by C&C Group will be open and upfront. The Labour Relations Commission is available for consultations on this issue and it is all about livelihood as for every action, there is a reaction. It is important for the livelihood of everyone concerned that meaningful negotiations are taking place. The Department is very much aware of this issue and the availability of the Labour Relations Commission for consultations means I am confident that meaningful negotiations will take place in the interests of integrity and transparency, as the Deputy noted.

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