Feargal Quinn (Independent)

My question was the same as that of Senator Dardis. I did not realise it was a Dáil amendment. I would like the Minister of State to explain why it was changed from Part 2 to Part 1, but I am sure it makes sense.

On Senator Terry's amendment, I am not sure I support the five-year timescale being reduced to three years. However, I support paragraph (b) of the amendment, which provide that the Minister may, for the purpose of assisting him or her in making such a review under this section, consult any such organisations or representatives as he or she considers appropriate. I am sure the Minister of State will say this is how reviews are carried out and that there is consultation. I am not sure this is necessarily correct.

I support the concept of a review. All legislation should be reviewed after a certain number of years. Perhaps five years is the correct timescale. I hope the review will not be carried out behind closed doors but in consultation with those involved. I support paragraph (b) of Senator Terry's amendment, although the Minister of State may explain that its provisions are already operative. I am sure he will say it is the intention, but the Minister of the day may not necessarily be obliged to consult.