Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael)

Deputy Twomey made some important and specific points which, I hope, will be dealt with in the context of the legislation. The points he raised must be addressed immediately.

Under the current system, Members are informed about legislation on a Thursday and it is introduced on the following Tuesday. We should be given the opportunity reflect for a longer period on legislation — which I welcome — as significant as that before us. The critical infrastructure Bill is due to be published soon.

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