Tim Lombard (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

We are short on time. Saying that there has been conflicting evidence in the past few weeks would be an understatement. I am being polite. The evidence that has been given to this committee is black and white. Mr. Geraghty said he has sat through and watched the recordings. It is hard to imagine that we are talking about the same idea. The views of people on both sides have been black and white. Some say that we will have animal cruelty or that we will not have enough vets. Does Mr. Geraghty think there has been enough consultation with the Department? The Chairman made a good point that nobody is happy with this proposed legislation. Whether right or wrong, everyone has an issue with it. Is Mr. Geraghty happy with the consultation he has had with the Department?