Dick Roche (Wicklow, Fianna Fail)

I hope Senator Ryan takes solace from that information.

On the issue of polluted water, which was referred to by my colleague, the local authority will have the power under section 59 to order closure of a polluted source until the problem is fixed. This Bill is timely, coming as it does on top of the Galway issue. It is a consistent response to all the problems that have presented themselves, and it is a Bill that has been much improved by the debate in both Houses. I have incorporated a significant number of amendments from all sides of the House. The wisdom and experience that exists in both Houses have been brought to bear on the Bill. I am grateful for the Senators' comments.