Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

As I explained, a discussion is taking place between the Attorney General and the Parliamentary Counsel in respect of amendments which were deemed necessary based on the debates which have taken place in these Houses and the consultation which has taken place with stakeholders to meet the policy objective for which the Bill. In order to have legislation which is effective and meets the requirements of the situation, those amendments are necessary and are being prepared and discussed at the moment.

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