Tommy Broughan (Dublin Bay North, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I believe all public servants should have access to the industrial relations machinery of the State. That is a sine qua non, on which I agree with the Minister. It is, however, his responsibility to engage with all elements of the public service. We made reference to the debate on the Finance Bill last night. I acknowledge the great support given to Members by staff of the House in carrying out our duties, of which we are deeply appreciative. Has the Minister and his Department given any thought to or sketched what the landscape post the Lansdowne Road agreement will look like? We still need restoration. Living costs in the State are the fifth or sixth highest in Europe. A person working in the public service, while he or she has job stability and security, is certainly not going to make a fortune. Has the Minister given any thought to that matter?

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