asked the Minister for Lands whether he is aware that much dissatisfaction exists among forestry workers in Clare because of the inadequate wages paid by his Department and, if so, whether he is prepared to consider representations on their behalf for an increase in their rate of wages.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Wages of Clare Forestry Workers.
Forestry workers in Clare and elsewhere got an increase in wages last January and are paid at a higher rate than that applicable to agricultural workers. I am unable to alter the position.