James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I will respond in the spirit of the support and co-operation we have had, but in the interests of accuracy, my information is that Australia gave the companies a full year to wash out the product. I fully accept that the Deputy's enthusiasm for this issue is honourable. I share it but, unfortunately, this advice comes from our Attorney General. It is not borne out of fear but rather the certainty that we would strengthen our case that our action is proportionate in terms of a response to a public health risk.