Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)

I appreciate the Opposition's support in getting this legislation enacted as quickly as possible. I am persuaded to accept the Deputy's amendment. The issue that arises is the capacity to deal with matters within that timeframe in the transitional period up to establishment of the new authority. I am not happy that we are still processing applications. I am persuaded to accept the Deputy's proposal.

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