Seanad debates

Wednesday, 19 November 2003

Stem Cell Research: Statements.

 

There is also an issue that some countries which are anxious to carry out this research may well decide to take legal action against the Commission on the basis that although it is EU law, having been duly agreed by the EU, they are being prevented from applying for research as no programme has been opened up. There are real issues and dangers involved, of which I would like people to be aware. That is the reason, when I consulted with the Minister for Health and Children, the Taoiseach and other members of the Government, we said Ireland should vote to have strict guidelines and safeguards in this area, rather than what is broadly described as a free-for-all, about which Senator Henry spoke so well, as in the United States.

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