Ivor Callely (Dublin North Central, Fianna Fail)

I thank Senators for their varied and interesting contributions to this debate. I am particularly pleased that the House has demonstrated its commitment to promoting rail safety by supporting the modernisation of the regulatory framework as proposed in this Bill. I appreciate the good wishes that have been expressed concerning the launch by my Department of the Transport 21 plan. I appreciate the kind comments about that plan that have been expressed to me both in the Chamber and outside it. I have been promoting some of the projects since my appointment to the Department of Transport.