Reform is key in future negotiations between government and unions.
That from MHK Alf Cannan as mediation is planned in the ongoing dispute over public sector pay.
Negotiations between the employers and employees side of the Whitley Council had been put on hold after a row.
Mr Cannan, the chairman of the employers side, says modernisation is vital.
New MHKs need to talk to the public more, says commentator
Alistair Ramsay on what the electorate should look for in election candidates
No prosecutions despite food hygiene recorded breaches
Twenty businesses agreed to close to address risks
Inquest opens into 12-year-old's death
Investigations are continuing into his death
Charity proposes former care home as homeless accommodationÂ
Housing Matters issues report to all prospective MHKs
