Pat Moylan (Fianna Fail)

I recognise the great homes that have been made by couples who have adopted children. I know of families who have adopted children and made real homes for them in a family setting. The Government is to be complimented on the many improvements that have taken place. The provision in the Bill of an extra two weeks' adoptive leave is welcome because it is important. Similarly, great credit is due to those who have provided that adoptive parents will be entitled to time off from work without loss of pay. We tend to forget or fail to recognise the major developments that have been pursued by the Minister and the Department in this Bill. We look forward to the enactment of such provisions. The Bill has received a broad and general welcome in the contributions that have been made so far. While some speakers may differ in their approaches to certain aspects of the Bill, great credit is due to the many people who have spoken today. I hope the Bill can be passed and enacted at the earliest opportunity.