John Curran (Dublin Mid West, Fianna Fail)

It was a policy decision that the legislation would reflect what was happening and try to regulate it. As the Revenue Commissioners were the only body dealing with the registration of charities, they were consulted regarding the charitable purposes and that is reflected in the Bill. A policy decision was made that the legislation would reflect and maintain the status quo. Knowing it was a complex area in which to introduce regulation, the next phase will be a mandatory review within a specified period. Senator Buttimer asked whether I would review the amendments. I have examined this issue extensively and I would mislead the House to say otherwise.