Seanad debates

Wednesday, 21 March 2007

Defamation Bill 2006: Committee Stage (Resumed)

 

3:00 pm

Photo of Maurice CumminsMaurice Cummins (Fine Gael)

I wish to speak about the purpose of these amendments because we allowed ourselves to be carried away. I am glad the Minister has stated that he will reconsider the wording of the section before Report Stage with a view to reflecting the unanimity expressed by the House on the issue. He should take cognisance of the argument made by Senator Jim Walsh regarding front page apologies. Senator Mansergh made the valid suggestion that if an apology is not printed on the front page, it should be put on a page that would highlight its prominence. I accept the Minister's view on the matter.

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