Joanna Tuffy (Dublin Mid West, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I have a number of questions. Does everybody agree that if the Bill, as presented, were passed, we would have made progress? Does anybody disagree with that point? Progress can be made all at once or in incremental steps. Is the proposed legislation progressive, as it stands, compared to the current position?

In respect of young people, there is no provision in legislation for recognition of acquired gender. People have spent many years waiting for official recognition of their gender. I am sure that measure can be put in place to protect those in the 16 to 18 age group with gender issues, while setting an age limit in respect of when certain rights come into play. Will Professor O'Shea comment on whether that would be a real problem for the individuals concerned?