Seanad debates
Wednesday, 16 October 2002
European Union (Scrutiny) Bill, 2001 changed from European Union Bill, 2001: Second Stage.
This Bill demonstrates the Government's commitment to greater openness, transparency and accountability in the EU legislative process, a commitment which I know is fully shared by the Oireachtas. It will enable the Oireachtas to play an enhanced role in the EU legislative process and, if effectively implemented, will give Ireland one of the most advanced systems of parliamentary oversight in the European Union. I therefore strongly commend the Bill to the House.
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