Noel Coonan (Tipperary North, Fine Gael)

I am not sure whether it was the trip to Copenhagen to discuss climate change that has confused the Minister. We accept his commitments. It is important that the user is protected. The Bill provides for serious penalties including that they be banned or prohibited from reapplying for a licence. The most important thing is that the person be repaid in full. In light of the Minister's comments I shall not be moving amendment No. 32.

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