The system of redundancy payment will be fundamentally reformed by the simplification of calculation methods and application forms, the introduction of a new and more efficient IT system and the tweaking of definitions in line with labour-related legislation, such as the Social Welfare Acts and the Protection of Employees Acts. The Government's commitment to safeguarding employees' rights is illustrated by improved redundancy payments provision, the elimination of age discrimination and enhanced functional operation of the scheme, as introduced under this Bill. The reforms that were agreed in the social partnership agreement, Sustaining Progress, improve the simplicity, efficiency and consistency of the redundancy payments scheme. I welcome the Bill before the House.