Niamh Smyth (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I agree that a co-operative approach is the most appropriate. I appreciate that in the initial meetings the response appeared to be positive. However, there is a question about the supports in place for independent productions. As a result, there has been a reduction of 54% in the number of actors appearing on stage who are directly employed by the national theatre. The reduction in pay can be as much as 25%. As there is a matter to be addressed, will the Minister expand on what her approach will be in dealing with the disparity?

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