I was not a Member when the original Bill came before the House. The legislation was introduced here first because the Minister of the day knew the Seanad would engage in an extensive debate on it. The Second Stage debate on the original Bill lasted for a number of weeks. The Leader should adopt the same spirit, if the Government allows it, and recognise that what is before us today is a travesty of freedom of information. It is freedom from information and tears apart the principle of openness, accountability and transparency.