Joe O'Reilly (Fine Gael)

I welcome the Minister of State. It is the first time we have encountered each other in this role. We studied history together in UCD and I am delighted to meet him in this context.

I support the sentiments expressed by Senator Norris. As a lover of words, I flatter myself by thinking I am something of a wordsmith on occasion. I fully share the Senator's view that "undenatured" is not a very satisfactory word. It is not good English and we do not like the term. I also share his sentiments on showing no inherent antipathy towards Brazil or Brazilians. Unlike him, I have not had the opportunity to visit Brazil. I am not yet sufficiently resourced to make such a visit. I have such an affection for my constituency that I do not like to be away from it much. However, I may travel to Brazil in the future. I agree with the Senator; none of our amendments is predicated on an anti-Brazilian sentiment. In many respects, the contrary is the case, when we examine the food supply chain and the cutting down of the rainforest.

All of my amendments are included in this group and I propose, with the permission of the Leas-Chathaoirleach, to discuss each of them. However, I will take guidance from him on the matter.