Richard Bruton (Dublin Bay North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I understand this is a Private Member's Bill. There is provision for Private Member's Bills being taken in this House and we are keen to encourage that. There has been some desire to evaluate its practicality and enforceability and it is reasonable that the House, whether through pre-legislative scrutiny or otherwise, would get information on the enforceability of such a measure and its practical effectiveness. We are open to such a process. The Bill has not been taken but if it were the Government would consider it with an open mind. Presumably, however, pre-legislative scrutiny would be required to ensure that it is workable.

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