asked the Minister for Labour the plans he has for the introduction of workers' democracy in this country.
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Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Worker Participation.
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asked the Minister for Labour if he will state the Government's policy on industrial democracy.
With your permission, a Cheann Chomhairle, I propose to take Questions Nos. 4 and 5 together.
I am at present considering arrangements for implementing the promise given before the general election to provide for the election of worker representatives to State boards.
Some time ago the Employer/ Labour Conference announced that it had set up a sub-committee to examine the question of worker participation.
Trade union and employer organisations are being consulted by my Department on the proposals relating to worker participation emanating from the EEC.