James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)

On the same topic, I asked the Taoiseach and his predecessor on numerous occasions about this legislation. People are waiting for it and have no financial arrangements in place. Each time Deputy Jan O'Sullivan or I ask for it, we are told the Bill will be this session. We were told that before Christmas and Easter. After tomorrow, there are a mere nine days left this session. Is it really realistic to think we will see it this session? If so, we need ample time to debate it clearly because it is complex legislation that will impact on many people. I am told there have been 14 drafts already.

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