James Bannon (Fine Gael)

I support the amendment to the Order of Business. I see no reason to rush the Bill through the House. When legislation is rushed through, an air of suspicion is created. There is a need for more clarity in regard to the Bill and we must ensure that the social elements it contains are not destroyed. There are 120,000 people waiting for houses and we must ensure that their aspirations are met. We must get the legislation right this time. There are several references to Fine Gael policy in the amending legislation. I am delighted the Government is taking some of our policies on board in the Bill and I would like to explain them a little more in the course of the Committee Stage debate.