Marc MacSharry (Fianna Fail)

Senators O'Toole and McDowell referred to licences which stored information via chip and PIN technology, for example. This would be beneficial in a range of issues, not least of which is driving competency, but also all State transactions. I am sure this matter will arise in later debates on the register of electors.

I welcome the Bill. It is another step in the right direction but more needs to be done. The key is innovation. I am not against Gay Byrne's appointment, as it is fantastic for a famous personality to take control of the authority, but let us not lose sight of the ultimate goal. As there is a specific demographic, let us see the Gay Byrnes of the world engage with their colleagues who are half their ages and are of direct appeal to the 17 to 25 year old age group. I thank the Minister of State for listening to my points.