Dan Boyle (Green Party)

I thank the Minister of State for the confirmation and clarification of his proposals which give some hope that there will be progress in the immediate future.

I thank the Members who have participated in the debate to date. Their contributions show the value of and the necessity for the Seanad as a Chamber which is capable of acting independently. If we have raised an issue which will be considered in detail and in respect of which changes can be made, we have justified our purpose in being here this evening.

Progress reported; Committee to sit again.