Ivor Callely (Dublin North Central, Fianna Fail)

In a European context, we had some new ground to cover which created some delays. Concerns were raised about nursing homes, prisons, psychiatric hospitals and other locations which have been exempted. We then had to identify the most appropriate date for implementation which has now been agreed. Delays were not the fault of the Government.

Senator Browne gave me a bit of a hard time but he made kind comments on a case with which I am helping him. I see a former esteemed Member of the other House in the Visitors Gallery. I know the Cathaoirleach will give out to me but I am delighted to see my former colleague, Deputy John Browne.