Joanna Tuffy (Labour)

I agree with the other Senators. It would be acceptable if the Minister of State were to say he would look at the matter between now and Report Stage. Section 24(2) deals with whether it was fair and reasonable to publish the statement. Paragraphs (a) to (f) and (h) all deal with the time of the statement or beforehand. Paragraph (g) is the one paragraph that allows for the possibility of something happening after publication and, surely, that could not be correct. If so, will the Minister of State clarify the reason it is necessary to leave it broader?