Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Much work is going on in terms of reshaping the priorities for the health reform Bill. I do not think the Deputy will see it before next year. A memo to Government was cleared last week on the low pay commission. The Bill is due next year.

The Bill on domestic violence is also due early next year. I had the opportunity and privilege to address the COPE Galway group yesterday. The Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Frances Fitzgerald, and the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Deputy James Reilly, are working on this area to give effect to the implementation of what is known as the Istanbul Convention. It is a challenge for any government to deal with the issues that arise when doors are closed in the evenings. It is a matter of priority that we would follow through on our commitments.

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