Damien English (Meath West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

A question was raised about media mergers and consultation on the guidelines. The guidelines are with the Minister in draft format and when they are published, a period of 30 days will be provided for consultation.

We dealt with most of the issues raised by Deputy Finian McGrath on Second and Committee Stages. The reason I asked for clarification earlier was because I thought we were debating the motion to introduce additional amendments. There may be some confusion in that regard. Most of the issues the Deputy raised are important and I welcome his support on this Bill.

It is a very important Bill. We have dealt with most of the concerns on the various Stages. There are some amendments that will have to be recommitted on Report Stage, but that will be dealt with shortly.

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