John McGuinness (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail)
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Question 120: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation if he intends to update or consolidate the legislation governing regulation of industrial and provident societies, friendly societies and trade unions; when he expects legislation to be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6123/12]

John McGuinness (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail)
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Question 122: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation if he has consulted with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform regarding the updating and consolidation of legislation governing the regulation of industrial and provident societies, friendly societies and trade unions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6125/12]

Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 120 and 122 together.

Existing legislation relating to industrial and provident societies (co-operative societies), friendly societies and Registry-related aspects of trade unions is currently under review. Last year, I secured the agreement of Government to draft legislation to make a number of amendments to existing legislation in the areas of Industrial and Provident Societies and Friendly Societies. I hope to publish a Draft Bill during 2012.

While I appreciate that legislation in these areas has become outdated, advancement of a broader review for all three areas is unlikely pending progress being made on the finalisation and enactment of the Companies Bill, which is my priority in this area at present.

In accordance with standard procedures, the views of the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform, and other relevant Departments, will be sought in relation to this issue in due course.