Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

I thank the Minister and the official from his Department, who remained in the House throughout the debate. We had an excellent debate from all sides of the House. Unfortunately, all who wished to speak did not get an opportunity to do so – the Whip has a list of those who still wished to speak. However, there is nothing we can do in that regard at this time but I hope there will be a further opportunity to engage in such a debate in the future.

Sitting suspended at 3.25 p.m. and resumed at 5.30p.m.