Michael McCarthy (Labour)

It is my understanding of section 18 that it provides precisely what Senator Coonan is seeking. I understand the general point he is making, but not in the context of this section. The subsection to be inserted will read:

(3A) Not less than 2 of the persons appointed to be ordinary members shall be persons having knowledge or experience of horticulture.

Senator Coonan's proposal in amendment No. 4 is enshrined in the Bill, as it stands.