Aengus Ó Snodaigh (Dublin South Central, Sinn Fein)

I have some sympathy for the Minister's arguments in this area. Sinn Féin, however, feels the amendment was of an urgent nature. Members had as much time to examine the amendment as I have often had for the Minister's amendments on other legislation. The Minister cannot be at a disadvantage because, in the preparation of the heads of the coroners service Bill, some work must have been done in this area. To dismiss the amendment on the basis that this, that and the other must be examined does not really hold. The amendments were submitted at the earliest possible time to ensure Members had enough time to check them.

I am sorry if the amendments are flawed, but it is an attempt to ensure——

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