Pat Gallagher (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)

It did not surprise me that the Senator deviated to other issues. I was not expecting this amendment as I thought I had explained the matter fully on Committee Stage. I thought the Senator had accepted my assurance during the debate that the proposed additional provision is unnecessary as the provision is already included in the relevant legislation governing the appointment of arbitrators. The relevant provision is contained in section 6 of the Acquisition of Land (Assessment of Compensation) Act 1919, which provides for the intention of amendment No. 27 to section 96. I realise that I, like the Senators, must abide by the rules and will refrain from making any other contribution in regard to the issues raised.