Seán Power (Kildare South, Fianna Fail)

We do not have the luxury of debating this legislation over a number of days. I explained the reasons we are in this position.

In regard to the Deputy's suggestion of a review of this provision, any Government that introduces legislation will always monitor it and be conscious of its impact. If this Senator or any other Senator or Deputy considers that legislation is having an impact that we had not foreseen, it is his or her duty to highlight that and bring it to the attention of the Minister. In any case where legislation we introduce causes undue hardship in particular areas, we would be conscious of that and keen to make changes.

In regard to the amendment, this is a matter for detailed consultation in my Department. It is not appropriate for inclusion in the Bill because it deserves in-depth examination. In light of that, I cannot accept the amendment as proposed.