Croke Park Agreement

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 14 June 2012

Thursday, 14 June 2012

Ceisteanna (46)

Alan Farrell

Ceist:

46 Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the progress he has made in terms of planning for the expiration of the Croke Park Agreement; if any negotiations with unions have taken place regarding same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28723/12]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform (Deputy Brendan Howlin)

The Public Service (Croke Park) Agreement is a four year agreement covering the period out to 2014. The terms of the Agreement provide for an ongoing review process. No negotiations or discussions have taken place with unions or staff representatives in relation to the expiration of the Agreement.