Alan Kelly (Tipperary, Labour) | Oireachtas source

What we are proposing is a small step that would support an indigenous industry and address an anomaly. We are united on the need to address this anomaly and the majority of us are coming to the same conclusions on two other issues. I do not have a problem with the proposal to extend to 7 p.m. the time during which off-sales would be permitted. One minor issue that remains to be addressed is the sale of products below the wholesale price. We must deal with this matter on Report Stage. I share the views expressed by other Deputies on it. I propose that we accept the Government amendment and address the two other issues on Report Stage. I will be willing to work with other Deputies and departmental officials on drafting amendments that would meet the requirements.