Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)

I have already shortened it from 20 to ten days, which I believe is reasonable. What we are seeking to do is ensure the products offered are fair and provide community rating. I believe ten working days, which is two weeks, for the health insurance authorities to assess those products is not unreasonable. Previously, they had 20 days within which to do so and would prefer if they still have that length of time to carry out the assessments. I have halved the length of time provided. I do not believe three days is a realistic timeframe within which to do the type of job that needs to be done. For this reason, I cannot accept the amendment.

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