Olivia Mitchell (Dublin South, Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister for his courtesy during this debate. I also thank his staff for all their work in drafting the Bill. It was a long time in gestation and changed its manifestation during that period. We are united in hoping it achieves what it sets out to do. We often pass legislation in this House unconscious of its future impact, but we are all aware of the potential impact this Bill can have on saving lives and improving road safety generally. I hope that will be the outcome of our efforts.

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