Trevor Ó Clochartaigh (Sinn Fein)

Will the Deputy Leader clarify the Government's position on the demand of SIPTU that a commitment be given in advance of the referendum on the introduction of a stimulus package to create jobs? If that commitment is not to be given, trade union members can follow the advice of their leadership to reject the treaty. If, on the other hand, such an undertaking is in prospect, it begs the question as to why it is being given in advance of the treaty.