Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour) | Oireachtas source

My understanding is that the children and family relationships Bill, which was the subject of a briefing given by the Minister for Justice and Equality to Deputies of all parties both yesterday and this morning, will be brought before the Government next Tuesday. I anticipate that the Second Stage will take place, subject to agreement among the Whips, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Friday next and 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Monday week. It is anticipated that Committee Stage will be taken shortly thereafter, followed by Report Stage. The Bill will, therefore, pass through the House in the coming weeks. I understand the Minister for Justice and Equality has offered briefings on the legislation and that the opportunity to avail of these has been accepted by a number of parties. If the Deputy is interested in availing of a further briefing, I will ask the Minister to make arrangements in that regard.

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