Seanad debates
Tuesday, 11 February 2003
Opticians (Amendment) Bill 2002: Second Stage.
First, there is the issue of competition. In those days there was what was called a closed shop – one could not compete in certain areas. Resale price maintenance prevented one from selling at a particular price. I, therefore, welcome the opening up of competition in the Bill, particularly with regard to reading glasses. I actually lost mine in Cape Town Airport last year but was able to purchase a pair at the airport for €6. They were good enough to get me home. It is essential that we do not ban this. I welcome the legislation for allowing such openness.
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