Labhrás Ó Murchú (Fianna Fail)

The passing of this Bill is exceptionally good news. It will be welcomed by the charities sector. The widespread consultation on this legislation has played an important role in respect of the consensus generated in this House and in the Dáil. This is the first Bill the Minister of State has steered through the Houses of the Oireachtas and he has done so astutely. We are all in agreement that he listened to our viewpoints in respect of many of aspects of the legislation, which is good.

I compliment the Minister of State's officials for their work on this Bill over a long time given the many archaic aspects to it. At long last, we have what most people in the sector require. While some amendments did not make it over the final hurdle, we all look forward to the five year review, which is the correct road to go.