Dick Roche (Wicklow, Fianna Fail)

On this specific point, I accept amendment No. 6 recognises a practical difficulty exists. I also accept the point the Deputy made previously that the conventional script "in so far as is practicable" can be used. However, they are slightly "weasel words" because they lead us to difficulties.

I gave this consideration and it was not that my contribution here was short. We discussed this at extraordinary length on Committee Stage. I promised to examine it and it would mean we would run into difficulties. Notwithstanding the intent of amendment No. 6, I am convinced if we accepted amendment No. 2 even with amendment No. 6 we would find ourselves in difficulties and subject to regular challenge. This is not the way forward. For practical considerations I regret I cannot accept the amendments.

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