Tom Parlon (Laois-Offaly, Progressive Democrats)

That is the position. The information goes on the public record and I see no need to go further.

Contrary to what has been suggested, the measures in the Bill do not radically alter the purpose or intent of the original legislation. Certain provisions impacting on very specific and sensitive areas of Government activity are being reformed to protect and improve the process of Government and a number of other technical amendments are being made. There is no other agenda. The Act retains as its primary purpose enabling members of the public to access information to the greatest extent possible, consistent with the public interest and the right to privacy, and in conducting reviews—