Sheila Terry (Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister for his reply. I should have made the point that I understand the difference between those to whom the habitual residence condition would apply and asylum seekers. I apologise for not making this clear.

All I can say to the Minister is that we should keep a close eye on this. The amendment suggests that a report be laid before the House within three months. I know this will probably not happen either, but it is something on which we need to keep a close eye to ensure the rules we make which have an impact on people do not have an adverse impact on children, particularly since it concerns a small and, presumably, dwindling number. I will not press the amendment.