Tony Killeen (Clare, Fianna Fail)

Senator O'Toole tabled this amendment on Committee Stage and we had a discussion thereon. I accepted it was clear that the definition was deficient. However, in the course of discussing the amendment, it became apparent that there was a danger that the words "the uncontrolled or accidental release, the escape or the ignition of any substance" might be deleted by the inclusion of the previous amendment. We can agree on all fronts that amendment No. 1, in the names of Senators O'Toole and Henry, moved today by Senator Norris and seconded by Senator Quinn, strengthens the Bill considerably. I thank them for having brought the issue to our attention and I accept the amendment.