Seanad debates
Tuesday, 11 February 2003
Industrial Development (Science Foundation Ireland) Bill 2002: Committee and Remaining Stages.
2:30 pm
Michael Ahern (Cork East, Fianna Fail)
I do not propose to accept amendment No. 4, as drafted. While I accept the intent behind the amendment, I wish to make it clear that the requirements are not cumulative. That is the reason for the insertion of the word "or" in my amendment. However, a technical amendment would be required so that, when aligned with my amendment, the text would read "such other areas that concern economic and social benefit, long-term industrial competitiveness or environmentally sustainable development as may be prescribed from time to time by the Minister." If that would be acceptable to the Senator, we could change the amendment to that wording. Is that agreed?
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