Ossian Smyth (Dún Laoghaire, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

I am glad that the Deputy is going to take it up directly with him. Everyone agrees that the Labour Court and the WRC have served us well. There are a relatively small number of industrial disputes in Ireland and those that do happen are often resolved amicably. The Labour Court plays a role in being able to decide and recommend on what is fair. It is then up to the employer and employees to work that out and come to an agreement, follow that advice or see how it should be followed.

This matter is primarily one for the Minister for Health. I would advise the Deputy to speak to him.

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