Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Senator Conway raised the issue of Aer Lingus and I note his points. When the Minister and the Government have the necessary details, I am sure the decision will be expedited. Senator Healy Eames spoke about the special educational needs model and the requirement for further consultation between the Minister and all involved. The Senator had a very comprehensive Commencement debate with the Minister only today and perhaps she might put down another issue for discussion on the Commencement. Senator Brennan welcomed the announcement of 590 jobs in the past number of days. He pointed out that the unemployment rate has gone from 15.1% to 10.6%. Although that is still too high, I assure Senators that the Government will do everything possible in the Action Plan for Jobs 2015 to create another 40,000 jobs this year.