Ivor Callely (Dublin North Central, Fianna Fail)

On my own behalf and on behalf of my good friend the Minister for Transport, Deputy Cullen, and my Department officials I thank you, a Chathaoirligh, and the office and staff of the House for accommodating this important emergency legislation. I have explained the reasons it is necessary to the House. I wish to put on record my appreciation of all the contributors to this debate and of the House for speedily processing this very important and necessary piece of emergency legislation.

I also wish to put on the record of the House the appreciation of my officials. This issue was brought to their notice less than ten working days ago. We commenced work on the Bill immediately and the legislation was published today. I wish to thank all those involved in the aviation section of my Department who have worked so hard to put this together and bring the Bill to where we are today. In particular, I thank those officials who are with me today.