Frank Fahey (Galway West, Fianna Fail)

Senator Terry expressed concern yesterday about the timescale for the assessment of urgent cases. Having considered the matter further, I am prepared to review the regulatory provisions in section 21 to ascertain whether further provision can be made in this respect. I will consult the Office of the Chief Parliamentary Counsel to see whether it will be possible to introduce an amendment in this regard on Report Stage. I cannot respond further to the points made by Senator O'Meara, unfortunately.