asked the Minister for Lands if, in view of the increased cost of living, he is prepared to increase the wages of forestry workers; and, if so, whether his decision in the matter will be announced at an early date.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Wages of Forestry Workers.
The rate of wages payable to forestry labourers is bound up with the remuneration of all labourers in Government employment and is therefore not a matter for decision solely by my Department, but I may say that the question whether any increase of wages can be given to forestry labourers is at present under review.
When is a decision likely to be arrived at?
Shortly.