Brendan Howlin (Wexford, Labour) | Oireachtas source

Last week, I raised an issue that is causing real concern among many workers and employers, namely, the threat posed to defined pension schemes. As I indicated, three Private Members' Bills have been drafted by the Opposition, one each from Fianna Fáil, Sinn Féin and the Labour Party. It is my understanding that the spokespersons of the three parties will meet this week to discuss a consolidated Bill. If the Opposition reaches a consensus, will the Government consider embracing this important issue and encompassing it in the proposed Social Welfare and Pensions Bill which will be due in the coming weeks?

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