Terry Leyden (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Exactly. The danger in this regard is serious. I was told by people, who are concerned, that Bus Éireann will become insolvent and then be privatised, and then there will be no nationwide service. I appeal to the unions also to wake up and go back to the negotiating table. Mr. Kieran Mulvey is from my home town and he is one of the greatest industrial relations negotiators the country has ever had. He has resolved many strikes. I appeal to the Leader and to the House to suggest to the Minister the nomination of Mr. Mulvey to come back and bring the parties together as a neutral, independent arbitrator in this dispute. With his knowledge and experience, he could resolve this issue sooner rather than later. It is extremely grave.