Joe Costello (Dublin Central, Labour)

I compliment the Minister on a good Bill, even though I have also joined the debate at the tail end. I also compliment my colleague, Deputy Broughan, for his Trojan work and the robust manner in which he raised issues in the Chamber, having carried out the lion's share of the work on behalf of the Labour Party. I look forward to working with the Minister in the months to come and with Deputy Coveney, who is also taking up this portfolio at the same time. I would like to compliment the staff for all the assistance given during the debate.

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