Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)

I move amendment No. 5:

In page 3, line 13, after "Energy" to insert "Regulation".

The inclusion of the word "Regulation" was discussed on Committee Stage and was referred to on Second Stage. This is a regulatory Bill, and rightly so, although some indication has been given to the effect that it is an energy Bill, but this is not so. As a regulatory Bill it should include in some shape or form the word "Regulation". This is of particular importance for reference purposes. It is important that the reference should be accessible and self-explanatory in the case when a person seeks to quote a regulatory section in respect of the energy industry. This is a small inclusion.

The Minister indicated on Committee Stage that he might consider this proposal. I am hopeful he will be in an expansive mood on this calm morning to include it for the benefits I have suggested.

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