Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister of State, Deputy Killeen, and his ministerial colleague, Deputy Martin, for following through on the commitments they gave the House on the Bill, as Senator Cox has said. I thank the Minister of State and his officials for tidying up and closing certain loopholes. We all agree that the Bill has been improved somewhat as a result. I am glad to hear the Minister of State say that a small outstanding issue will be the subject of continuing attention. Perhaps a resolution will be found — it was not possible to do that within the scope of the Bill, as the Minister of State said. It would be positive if the genuine concern of the travel trade could be addressed. I accept the word of the Minister of State on the matter. In general, the House is happy with the thrust and aims of the Bill. I compliment the Minister of State and his officials on it.