Jim Higgins (Fine Gael)

I thank the Leader for her concession in proposing that spokespersons should have 30 minutes on Second Stage. Senators on all sides have much to contribute and the proposed 15 minute time allocation is inadequate, especially in the context of the way the debate is to be taken. I, therefore, propose amendment No. 2: that, notwithstanding anything in Standing Orders, the Order of Business be amended to allow for unrestricted time for debate on the Freedom of Information (Amendment) Bill 2003. There should be no guillotine and no attempt to restrict the right of Senators to express their views on this horrendous and repulsive legislation.