We also have seen how individuals contribute to society. Over the cold snap last winter we saw how individuals tried to play their part by salting the footpath outside their homes. I understand that the Bill will not cover individuals and if that is the case, drafting legislation to deal with individuals rather than voluntary organisation will take time but we should focus on it, because we need to provide protection for individuals who believe from the goodness of their heart they are doing the right thing. The Minister made a commitment during the debate in the Seanad to look at this area.

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