Seán Ó Fearghaíl (Kildare South, Fianna Fail)

I echo Deputy Finian McGrath's view that we should consider not only those who have the academic ability but those who have the personal predisposition and vocation to work in this area. The introduction of a new aptitude test for selection for graduate entry to medicine is a worthwhile initiative.

I again welcome this Bill and commend it the House. I will hand over to my colleague, Deputy Fitzpatrick.

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