Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

Heads of the Bill are expected later this year. The intention is to meet whatever timelines are envisaged.

The parties in government have approved the legislative programme for Government. There will be plenty of opportunities for debate on the issues arising from the programme in Question Time and in economic debates. In the weeks immediately ahead the Government is anxious to proceed with its heavy legislative programme and schedule.

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