Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)

On the sale of alcohol, the Deputy is aware the Government entered into voluntary agreements and if the voluntary code works, legislation may not be needed. If it does not work, we will bring forward legislation.

Regarding fines, it is not possible to give an indication at this stage.

Several health Bills are being brought forward this year. We all belong to families who have interfaced with the health services and it would be wrong to assume otherwise.

I understand we will receive the report of the inquiry into the death of Patrick Walsh at the end of March or beginning of April.

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