Seanad debates
Thursday, 11 December 2003
Maternity Protection (Amendment) Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages.
One does not often see children in Leinster House, yet there are many fathers and mothers employed here – obviously the number of fathers is higher. I am sure many of them would use a crèche facility if it were provided. Given the way in which Leinster House operates and that staff experience the same demands and must work the same hours as Members, the facility should be flexible and available to Members and staff. We should not allow this issue to be put on the long finger. I apologise for not being sufficiently prepared for this debate.
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