First bill is passed since formation of government

The first piece of legislation has been passed more then seven months after the formation of Government.

A bill providing additional rights to freelance workers, initially put forward by Labour senator Ivana Bacik, yesterday received cross-party support when it passed through the Seanad.

The Competition (Amendment) Bill 2016 will allow self-employed workers, such as actors and journalists, who personally provide work or perform services, to collectively bargain with their employers.