In advance of next year's European Parliament elections, we have a political duty to ensure the electorate engages in the campaign. With the local elections held on the same day, some people may believe the European elections will be little more than an annex to the local elections. This would be a pity because the decisions taken in the European Parliament on a daily basis will have a profound impact on every Irish citizen. It is important that in a non-political and all-party way, we ensure the electorate involves itself to the maximum degree in these elections. We should also ensure the people take on board the issues, options and choices and play their part in building the new Europe. I again offer my support for the work of the Minister of State with this legislation.