Brian Hayes (Dublin South West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

At any given time a number of these agreements are in the pipeline, so to speak. The key issue is getting them over the line. Ireland undertakes diplomatic negotiations with other states. The reason for the agreement being finalised at this time is because Dominica is ready to sign the agreement, as is Ireland. The agreement must be brought before the Dáil and a relevant section is then included in the Finance Bill. To achieve effective implementation of these agreements, they must be included in the Finance Bill, which will be brought forward soon.