Dan Boyle (Cork South Central, Green Party)

I have questions on two items of legislation. The Taoiseach has just indicated that the social welfare (consolidation) Bill will come before the House in the autumn. However, the Government's legislation programme published two weeks ago indicates that it would be published in mid-2005. Will he explain the reason for the delay of a further three or four months?

The building societies (amendment) Bill is due for publication in late 2005. Is the Taoiseach prepared to publish the heads of the Bill in advance of its publication? Will he publish any representations made by individuals and organisations that have asked for this Bill to be brought before the House?

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