Batt O'Keeffe (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)

I thank Senators for their contributions, some of which were excellent. A number of issues were raised across the electoral horizon. While I wish to focus on issues arising from this Bill, I am happy to also address other issues raised by Senators.

It is important to point out in the presence of Senator Leyden that the integrity of the Secretary General of my Department has been questioned, whether intentionally or otherwise.