asked the Minister for Labour if, in view of his welcome for the statesmanlike proposals of the spokesman for the trade union movement for the introduction of a tripartite arrangement for a national understanding on salaries, employment, etc., he is prepared to initiate discussions on these proposals with a view to creating orderly and sensible structures in an area which is vital to the economic and social welfare of the country.
Written Answers. - ICTU's Proposed National Understanding.
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The general secretary of the Federated Workers' Union of Ireland has put forward the idea of a five year rolling plan covering pay, taxation, jobs and unemployment which would be worked out on a tripartite basis between Government, employers and trade unions. As the Deputy may be aware I have already indicated my willingness to meet the ICTU to discuss this proposal which I feel merits further consideration.