Michael McCarthy (Labour)

I will not bother to give an overview of the debate which has gone on for almost eight hours. I thank the Minister for the manner in which he handled this legislation and acknowledge the work of his officials. It is a very technical and detailed Bill. Differences of opinion and debate are important. It is equally important that amendments put forward in good faith and seen to be constructive are accepted. It makes our job here that bit easier and helps to achieve the overall objective of providing good legislation.