Neale Richmond (Dublin Rathdown, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Deputy and I have spent enough time with retail workers, be it through organised labour movements, in our daily lives or indeed engaging with them practically for many different reasons. We know exactly what the strains of working in the retail sector can be and the effort that goes in. It is a tough job done by many people throughout the country. Retail is the largest private sector employment in the country. It is a good job for many people and deserves good wages, paid in a timely manner, as per legislation. I would always encourage employers to engage with the institutions of the State and the WRC. I am cognisant of my role here and my limitations in what I can ask or deliver, but I continue to remain fully engaged in the issue directly involving this company and wider issues in the sector.

Whenever I can bring the Deputy into conversation, I will continue to do so.

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