Louise O'Reilly (Dublin Fingal, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

In terms of labelling, it is regrettable what we read in the newspapers about the suggestion that the inclusion of the reference to cancer would not go ahead. We could be here all day discussing the links, which are established. This is a serious public health issue. As a committee we need to send a very clear message with regard to labelling. I am happy at this stage that we can proceed on the basis that the Minister is indicating via his amendment that there will be warning labels. I put on record that the warning labels must be stark. They must fulfil their purpose, be informative and let people know exactly what is involved and what the dangers are. The Minister has indicated that we will have further discussions on the issue but I wish to record my dissatisfaction with the fact that a newspaper has suggested we will take a step back on a matter of public health that we are discussing.