Kevin Moran (Longford-Westmeath, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I appreciate from where the Deputies are coming. While I understand what Deputy Ó Laoghaire is seeking to do, this Bill has been three years in the making. Many Deputies have stated that the Government has been slow to act and help people who are in mortgage arrears. This Bill addresses that issue. As Deputy O'Callaghan stated, the amendment would delay the Bill. If we are lucky and get it through tonight, however, there is nothing to stop us from adding to it in future. I stated that in the Seanad and on Committee Stage. This is important legislation that many people are seeking.

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