Brendan Howlin (Wexford, Labour)

I still do not understand the logic, inasmuch as the Minister may bring in any section of the Bill at his pleasure. Someone wishing to establish what provisions have been repealed by it will examine the Schedule. However, the repeal of the Restrictive Practices Act will not be noted in the Schedule. This seems to be both inelegant and confusing for potential readers of the Bill and contrary to the normal Standing Orders to the effect that all Bills should be clearly read. While I do not see why the Minister's purpose could not be achieved by the amendment, I will not exercise myself overmuch in this respect. Does the Minister of State not grasp my point?

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