Sean Barrett (Independent) | Oireachtas source

The Deputy Leader raised the possibility we might complete work today on the Taxi Regulation Bill. I wish to make the case to the contrary. The Bill was circulated on 3 December. Yesterday we were notified of two major amendments, one of which seems to seriously interfere with the rights of part-time workers and with what a person in employment should tell his or her employer; and the other seeks to change how the bus sector is regulated, which certainly will have the bus people hopping mad. This cannot be allowed to happen. Serious issues with regard to labour law and employment law arise to be considered. Introducing these as amendments to taxi legislation indicates the House should not allow Committee Stage to be completed today.