Ivana Bacik (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I am mindful of time constraints and the importance of having a debate on the Mangan report with the Minister for Social Protection, Deputy Joan Burton. I welcome, as I am sure we all do, the conclusion of the negotiations on what has been called "Croke Park II". None of us has seen the final terms of the document and there has been some misreporting of issues. Senator MacSharry has said it is very welcome that the compulsory redundancy issue is not in the final draft. It would be a good idea to have a period of reflection when we get an opportunity to see the terms of the agreement and what exactly is in it.

I welcome the Action Plan for Jobs published last week and which contains 333 specific actions for the Government aimed at generating more jobs. It is very important and a real priority for the Government.