David Norris (Independent)

I want to raise a matter related to the groceries order, which was abolished by this House. Today the Irish Farmers Association issued a statement that its members are being badly squeezed by predatory pricing by the large supermarkets. That is clear. It is related also to the Beverage Council of Ireland, which stated last week that the unloading of enormous quantities of drink by supermarkets was adversely affecting the situation regarding alcohol. This was also a power of the groceries order. I wonder whether we can have a look at the matter.

I want the Leader to ask the relevant Ministers whether, in the light of the action currently being taken by the hoteliers' association and others against their employees' interests and the intervention of the labour market, the Government would consider preparing legislation that would rectify any defect to be found. It is outrageous that the most financially vulnerable elements should be targeted by this wealthy group.