John Curran (Dublin Mid West, Fianna Fail)

The House has spent two long days dealing with the Committee and Report Stages of the Bill. I thank Senators for their contributions, both in the House and outside — where they might advise others — in respect of it. Our remit was to develop legislation to reflect what is going on in the charities sector and to maintain the status quo. We have a come a long way in this regard. I have, as far as possible, taken on board suggestions that were practical in terms of what we are trying to do.

I thank my officials and the staff of the Office of the Attorney General for their advice which allowed us to proceed this far.