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

I add my support to the CE supervisors protesting outside Leinster House today. This is not a new issue. Many CE supervisors have contacted me on this issue in the short time I have been a Deputy. This is about rural Ireland. These people are the backbone of rural communities who lead voluntary organisations throughout the country. A Labour Court recommendation is in place. I urge the Minister to listen to the plight of these people and respond in a positive way.

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