Feargal Quinn (Independent)

Senator Terry is probably right not to press the amendment but her point was also made by some Senators on Second Stage. In that debate I commented that those who are involved with disabilities have become more positive and use the term "ability", rather than "disability". I do not, however, suggest an amendment along those lines.

We need to have a much more positive attitude to disability but I am not sure that is being shown in the Bill. It is more of a corrective measure and, while aimed in the right direction, it needs a more positive attitude. The term "ability", as used particularly in the ability awards, expresses that idea quite well. I am not suggesting that it requires an amendment on this Stage, but Senator Terry's interesting point deserves support.