The monetary penalties were ludicrous. The amounts payable under current legislation are £12 and £20 and for second and subsequent offences £50 to £100. One would give that to a garsún to do a message and there is no incentive not to indulge in malpractice. What is proposed by way of penalties, as outlined by the Minister, is common sense. This will introduce a deterrent to any rogue optician who may attempt to rip off a patient. Any optometrist or optician guilty of malpractice will pay the price, which is as it should be. This will improve the already excellent service provided to the public and prevent any unprofessional opticians or optometrists from spoiling the good name of these professionals.