Michael McCarthy (Labour)

There is an issue here in terms of administrative matters as opposed to legal proceedings. In any event, I thank the Minister for her reply and I will withdraw the amendment. However, this matter needs to be considered, particularly in terms of future legislation, because it is clear that there is an issue in respect of the interpretation of affirmation via the Oaths Act 1888. I did not expect the Minister to have read that Act before she came before the House.