Seanad debates

Thursday, 5 April 2007

Consumer Protection Bill 2007 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages

 

12:00 pm

Margaret Cox (Independent)

I thank the Minister of State for clarifying that point. The Bill has been strengthened by these provisions and I welcome that the Minister, the Minister of State and the Department's officials took this matter on board in a proactive manner. The Minister of State might allude to when the regulations will be put in place.

Consumers who have faced unfair charges that create additional profit for providers will be grateful for the Bill. The real issue is the strengthening of the National Consumer Agency. The challenge for society is to ensure we continue to force service providers to provide good value for money and to protect consumers. I thank the Minister of State and the Minister for taking on board my concerns in a positive manner and for following through on the commitment given to the Seanad, namely, to bring the amendment to the Dáil and to include it in this legislation.

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