Tim O'Malley (Limerick East, Progressive Democrats)

I would be willing to consult the representatives of physiotherapists and physical therapists in an effort to come up with another title for physical therapists. I fully understand what everyone has said about the confusion in this country compared with other countries where the two qualifications are synonymous. The titles are not synonymous in Ireland because there are different educational requirements for physiotherapists and physical therapists. With the agreement of the House I will go back to both organisations to see if they can suggest an alternative term. That would solve the problem for everybody. No one is casting aspersions on either profession. A change in wording could get us over this hurdle.

The words "intent to deceive" are required to demonstrate the necessary level of proof required to secure a conviction. I understand what Senator Quinn is saying but I do not think there is any intention by anyone to deceive.