Éamon Ó Cuív (Galway West, Fianna Fail)
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Before we conclude I wish to thank the Minister of State. He promised at the beginning that he would listen and take on board arguments that were put forward. Whereas he might not have given us everything we wanted - certainly, he probably got advice not to give us everything we wanted - I believe he genuinely interacted and took on board the suggestions put forward by members of the Opposition. That is important because at the end of the day we are all elected equally and it is a great sign of democracy when whoever is in government listens to cogent argument put forward and takes on board good suggestions.

Martin Ferris (Kerry North-West Limerick, Sinn Fein)
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I wish to be associated with Deputy Ó Cuív's comments. The Minister of State has handled this Bill so carefully, he is obviously heading for higher places.

Tom Hayes (Tipperary South, Fine Gael)
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I thank everyone who helped. This has been a long process and I appreciate the input of the spokespersons from the various parties as well as Government Deputies. This long-awaited Bill is important for the industry. As Deputy Ó Cuív stated, this is the way the House's business should be done and it is democracy at work. I also thank my officials for their help in getting the Bill passed.