Darragh O'Brien (Dublin Fingal, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

As we discussed last week, the advantage with regulations is that we can see how things are working and they can be changed. Even if I were to accept the amendment, which I will not, it would not put the onus on the Minister. It is effectively a statement. Any Minister could decide not to consult, although I do not see that happening.

I will take on board the points raised and see whether further adjustments in language and so on can be made by way of regulation.