John Browne (Wexford, Fianna Fail)

I thank the Leas-Chathaoirleach and Senators on all sides for the speedy progression of this Bill and for the well-informed debate throughout the process. It has been recognised by all sides which have contributed to the debate that this is historic and ground-breaking legislation in terms of North South co-operation. The enactment of this legislation will underpin the establishment of a complete single wholesale electricity market on the island of Ireland to the benefit of consumers and enterprise North and South. I thank my officials for their work on preparing the Bill, for the different amendments and for their support to the Minister and myself.