asked the Minister for Transport if he will consider lifting the embargo of 21 July 1981 in relation to the CIE wages grade pension so that an equitable scheme may be introduced and thus prevent the workers concerned from being deprived of an adequate pension when they retire.
Written Answers. - CIE Pensions.
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I share the Deputy's concern about this matter. I have asked that negotiations between CIE and the unions should continue with a view to seeing what improvements could be made by increases in members' contributions. I will be prepared to consider, as sympathetically as possible, any proposals that would emerge from such further negotiations.