Willie O'Dea (Limerick East, Fianna Fail)

While I understand what she is aiming at, Senator Terry's amendment would have the effect of reducing the employee's rights under the Bill. Her amendment is contrary to the recommendations of the maternity working group. While I acknowledge it probably was not the intention, as it stands the amendment would restrict breastfeeding breaks to the workplace. It takes no account whatsoever of employment situations where it might not be possible or feasible to provide suitable breastfeeding facilities.