Lynn Ruane (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank the witnesses for their contributions and answers to the questions. They have been really informative. Many of my questions have been answered. I am drawn to the potential new pathway to parenthood and what is laid out about ensuring something is ethical. Most of us want a regulated, ethical framework. The route for intended parents in the new pathway to parenthood stands out to me. Are there any discussions about groups that are left out of that structure to access surrogacy when criminal record checks arise? Does that rule out people who may have a criminal record that has nothing to do with their ability to parent? Does that end up creating something unethical by restricting a cohort of people, whether due to social class or other reasons, from accessing pathways to parenthood? Are discussions about such matters happening?