David Norris (Independent) | Oireachtas source

The same applies to taxi operators. People give the tip directly to the driver as there is no other person involved in the transaction.

The Minister of State referred to reservations expressed by the Irish Hotels Federation when it was directly contacted. Of course the federation will query the legislation. Given that hotels are profiteering from this, why would they not object to the Bill?

There is no harm in asking the Low Pay Commission to give a view on this matter. The Minister of State referred to asking it to report back within six months. There is no harm in imposing a time limit on this.

The Minister of State indicated that workers can refer disputes under the industrial relations Acts. Like hell they can. They would be fired and their feet would not touch the ground if they tried to do so. Who is the Minister of State kidding when he comes out with this crap? I will withdraw unreservedly that word if it is considered unparliamentary language.