asked the Minister for Labour the proposals the Government have for introducing worker democracy in Irish industry.

As part of their stated policy, the Government favour the promotion of meaningful worker participation in management decisions affecting their working lives. Towards that end, and in consultation with the interests involved, I am proceeding with the implementation of the Worker Participation (State Enterprises) Act, 1977. It is also my intention to encourage the greater involvement of workers in decision-making below board level. I am examining a number of possible initiatives in that direction and I shall make a statement as soon as I am in a position to do so.