Ceisteanna ó na Comhaltaí Eile - Other Members’ Questions
Dail Éireann — 2026-07-15
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Michael Lowry (IND), Tipperary North

There is another group of people who cannot be overlooked, namely the self-employed. These people take risks, create employment and contribute significantly to the economy. The self-employed are at a disadvantage in accessing State supports and social protection. They do not have access to the new My Future Fund pension arrangements available to all employees. The Government should start setting out a clear pathway towards inclusion for the self-employed or an equivalent mechanism that will give them the same opportunity as others to build greater retirement security. Fairness for working people must include those who work for themselves. The self-employed make a huge contribution to our economy. In many cases, they are overlooked.

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