Brian Hayes (Dublin South West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Deputies opposite for the constructive role they played at all Stages of this legislation. I hope the Bill, which passes this House today and will now go to the President, ensures the great Irish credit union movement, which is a standard-bearer of volunteerism and financial support, will continue to flourish in the years ahead. The Bill is consistent with the report of the commission in setting out new standards and a roadmap for the development of the movement. I also thank the officials of the Department of Finance who have worked day and night to ensure this Bill could be passed by the end of the year.

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