Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)

As there is much interest in the Bill, I presume Second Stage will continue for some time. As the Deputy knows, I have often answered questions in the House on the consultation process. We have been through this. While I do not know whether the Deputy is aware, everyone else seems well aware of the issues.

As the Bill goes through Second Stage, amendments are put down for Committee Stage. It will go on for a considerable time.

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