Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick East, Labour)

The Minister is suggesting that "communications" is a wider wording but it is weaker. "Communications" is telling people something whereas "consultation" implies a much more interactive relationship. I suggest the Minister might consider including "communications" and "consultation" in the Bill. I realise we cannot do that today but perhaps it can be done when the Bill goes to the Seanad. There should not be a provision just for communications. These people need genuine consultation.

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