Bruton remains firm on changes to JLC-set wages

ENTERPRISE Minister Richard Bruton has vowed to get plans to overhaul wages for low-paid workers passed through Cabinet despite opposition from TDs.

Mr Bruton said he was prepared to meet backbench Labour TDs who have openly challenged his proposals to change wages set by Joint Labour Committees (JLCs).

The minister said he would oppose a Dáil motion planned by United Left Alliance TDs today and tomorrow to block changes to wages applicable to low-paid workers.