David Cullinane (Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I move amendment No. 95:

In page 42, lines 31 to 33, to delete all words from and including "but" in line 31 down to and including "1977" in line 33.

This amendment seeks to remove the proposed cap on re-engagement and reinstatement which was introduced by the Government. This is at the suggestion of ICTU who warn that the inclusion of the provision is a significant step backwards in equality rights and may be in breach of article 18 of the EU equality directive in respect of compensation and reparation. That is the logic of the amendment and I hope the Minister is in a position to accept it.