Frank Fahey (Galway West, Fianna Fail)

I thank the Senators for bringing this important matter to my attention on Committee Stage. I am happy to agree with the suggested amendment by Senator Quinn and Senator Henry to remove "Dáil Éireann" from section 31(6) and replace it with "each House of the Oireachtas". Government amendments Nos. 25 and 27 will also ensure that section 31(6), which refers to the laying of sectoral plans before Dáil Éireann and the commencement of section 31, is subject to the passing of a resolution by both Houses approving the plan.