Terry Leyden (Fianna Fail)

I compliment the Tánaiste for giving this matter such priority. Along with her colleague, the Minister of State, Deputy Michael Ahern, she has shown very clear intent to progress the legislation. She gave a very definite commitment by stating in the House that in the Book of Estimates to be published next week, provision has been made for the establishment of the PIAB. I welcome this clear statement. I have no doubt that the Leader of the House will co-operate fully in dealing with the legislation to ensure it is enacted before the end of the year.

I hope the House will unanimously support the motion and give encouragement to the work done by the Tánaiste.

Amendment put.

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