Peter Burke (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I am happy to take those comments on board. As the committee prepares its pre-legislative scrutiny report, I will remain absolutely open to ideas and suggestions regarding this Bill including any additions or safeguards the members want included. I have done this in a very open manner because this is for us all. This legislation is an attempt to rectify a human rights issue and to ensure that women have that support. I hope it will stand for those in future generations who enter politics. That is my key message. I acknowledge the spirit in which it has been taken. It has been totally non-partisan and apolitical. I genuinely appreciate that.