Jimmy Deenihan (Kerry North-West Limerick, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

As I said, the consultation on the draft by-laws which commenced on 6 January is open to the public for a period of 21 days in accordance with the Canals Act 1986. If that can be extended I will certainly suggest that but if it is within the restrictions of the Act that may not be possible. If it is possible I will certainly consider it and enquire whether there is flexibility within the Act. If there is I see no reason why it could not be extended. Maybe the short timeframe is due to the Act. If it is possible I will consider that.