Brendan Howlin (Wexford, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I cannot pre-empt the decisions of Government or the Oireachtas in that regard but that is my ambition. The legislation is drafted. However, as a matter of courtesy, I have held preliminary discussions with the Ceann Comhairle on this matter but I wish to have further discussions with him and with the Cathaoirleach of the Seanad on the legislation generally. I am keen to do that soon but, unfortunately, I have been preoccupied by several other issues in recent weeks. I am keen to see that legislation before the Houses as soon as possible.

See this speech in context