asked the Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries if, as a result of the amalgamation of creameries, there will be redundancy amongst workers; and, if so, what steps he proposes to take to rectify the matter.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Amalgamation of Creameries.
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In general, amalgamation of creameries resulting from reorganisation of the creamery industry should not give rise to any significant redundancy amongst employees. In the comparatively few cases where redundancy might arise I understand those responsible for the workers' interests will be concerned with settling with the co-operative societies concerned the best possible compensation provision in the amalgamation arrangements.
In any cases involving the transfer of Dairy Disposal Company interests to co-operative ownership, it is a condition of any such transfer that the position of the employees will be adequately safeguarded.