Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Deputy correctly notes the limitations on what I can say about specific cases. However, I am very happy to say that we have quite a robust suite of labour law. In the procurement area, I want to ensure that in transposing these directives we deal adequately with all of these issues.

Obviously the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation has overall responsibility for employment rights. The National Employment Rights Authority, NERA, is responsible for enforcing minimum statutory employment rights and entitlements in the State.

While we are discussing the issue of subcontractors, the Government has made a decision, led by the Minister, Deputy Howlin, that the Minister of State, Deputy Nash, will work on the implementation of the Construction Contracts Act, which is of serious concern to many subcontractors. I am very proud that this Oireachtas passed the Act, and we expect it to be implemented next year.

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