Camillus Glynn (Fianna Fail)

I compliment the Minister of State. Since taking over the portfolio of Children he certainly has been a powering force in terms of amending legislation.

This legislation is particularly important. That neither I nor my colleague on the other side of the House commented infers that careful consideration was given to the formation of these amendments. The concise explanation of the amendments by the Minister of State was the main contributing factor to our silence. I welcome the legislation. It is a job well done.