Seanad debates

Wednesday, 8 November 2006

Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2006: Report and Final Stages

 

4:00 pm

Photo of Joanna TuffyJoanna Tuffy (Labour)

There is still an issue. It is varying the order, not just discharging it and it could vary any condition or restriction. People other than the four types of people the Minister of State has listed could contribute something and they should be able to go to the court. The Minister of State has allowed for it in the Government amendment and the original legislation allowed for it. It would cover the role of grandparents or other people on access. I referred to access because I did not appreciate what the earlier Government amendment did. However, it may relate to the other aspects of the order and the conditions. Perhaps grandparents or other relatives who have a bona fide interest should have a say.

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