A flexible approach to workplace relations between employers and workers is crucial in the growing economy, the Tanaiste said yesterday. Launching a book on employee share schemes, Ms Harney said the increasingly competitive work environment meant the promotion of alternative payment models was essential.

Written by solicitors Mr Kevin Langford and Mr Garry Ferguson of Dublin firm Mason Hayes & Curran, A Guide to Employee Share Schemes in Ireland examines various share programmes from legal, regulatory and taxation perspectives.

Intended as a guide to employers and workers, it is available from Mason Hayes & Curran on telephone 01 6145000, price £31.50.