Brian Hayes (Fine Gael)

They would be covered by statutory instruments introduced by the Minister. Can an argument be made that it would be better to have them in law as opposed to statutory instruments that the Minister may have to issue from time to time?

I know the Minister asks the district and other courts to examine issues such as these from time to time. Does the Minister have a timeframe in mind regarding how long they would have to examine this matter? Clearly, the plain-speaking, English guide to all these matters would be preferable. We have one chance to get this right and no one wants to see this issue dragging on indefinitely. Does the Minister have any idea how long it will take to bring these matters to a conclusion?