Michael Kitt (Fianna Fail)

We do not have any specific ideas or proposals at this stage. What the Taoiseach and the Government would have in mind is that if there was a need for the establishment of a new body in the social-economic area, for example, following a national agreement and after consultation with the various parties, the option would be there. This is not something the Taoiseach would do lightly or unilaterally. The thrust of the Bill is based on partnership and consultation and it leaves that option open.