Ivor Callely (Fianna Fail)

I thank the Minister of State, Deputy Kelleher, for attending to deal with Committee and Remaining Stages of the Bill. I will take the opportunity to express my appreciation for the officials who participated today and the last time.

Regarding the Seanad's efficiency, much was teased out when the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Deputy Coughlan, attended previously. Knowing that the Minister of State is from the rebel county, my colleagues and I believed it best to give him an easy time lest he react.