Michael Finneran (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fianna Fail)

This is the same phraseology that is used in Part V of the Planning and Development Act 2000, and is similar to the term "social inclusion" reflected in local government legislation. I am satisfied that the word "social" in its normal use, that is, pertaining to society, is sufficiently broad to encompass economic, cultural, ethnic and other issues. Therefore, I do not propose to accept the amendment.