Sheila Terry (Fine Gael)

I welcome the Minister back to the House. The amendments are technical and I have difficulty understanding the third one. It would be better to have more time to discuss them in detail and to be in a position to ask in-depth questions.

On the first amendment, I agree with any measures that can be taken to tighten regulations on the drinks industry. While I agree that people who wish to change their premises from a shop to an off-licence should require planning permission, I have some general comments to make on the issue of the drink culture. I cannot say that this amendment will make the matter worse.