Jim O'Keeffe (Cork South West, Fine Gael)

I move amendment No. 11:

In page 27, in the fourth column, line 11, to insert "Mental Health (Ireland) Act 1821".

My colleague, Deputy Kehoe, argued these points on Committee Stage and wanted the Minister and his officials to give further consideration to them between Committee and Report Stages. His basic point was that the language should be less outdated than in its original presentation. He feels the proposed amendments produce greater clarity. I accept there may be legalities attached to the approach taken. While I support his view on simplicity of language, I am interested in hearing the view of the Minister and the guidance of his officials as to the best way to ensure what we do is correct.

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