Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

My understanding is that Mr. Ultan Courtney was engaged by the LGMA at the behest of SIPTU to chair discussions. I also understand that a lot of progress was made during those discussions but, regrettably, it was not possible to reach a positive conclusion to the satisfaction of all parties. The Government would absolutely encourage all parties to continue to engage. Let us keep engaging constructively to resolve the outstanding industrial relations issues within that facilitation forum.

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