Kathleen O'Meara (Labour)

The main difference is that I will be voting against the legislation. The points being raised on all sides of the House are extremely important. The great pity, of course, it that it appears they will fall on deaf ears. As the Leader pointed out, there is no justification for this legislation. I read the transcript of the Minister's speech in the Dáil last week and I carefully considered his contribution in the Seanad today. Like Senator O'Rourke, I can find no justification for the extent of the break-up and restructuring of Aer Rianta as proposed in the State Airports Bill. The manner in which this legislation is being pursued raises serious questions not only for the Members of this House and for the Oireachtas but for everyone who will be affected by the implementation of this legislation.

I will wait until I have the attention of the House before I proceed.