Mairéad Farrell (Galway West, Sinn Fein)
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I felt we worked quite well in terms of this and other legislation. I still feel it should remain at three years. If there are changes and if there is a need for a review, the Minister is saying that if he was in that position, he would make sure the review happened, etc., but the people in positions change. That is where my concern lies. This is why I feel a three-year period is a good length of time.

It is extremely important in terms of lobbying and the regulation of it, but there is also the impact on public confidence in public life. We spoke at length about that. Having more regular reviews is very important and I believe the three-year period should remain. I take on board what the Minister said, but it is my view that it should remain at three years.