Denis O'Donovan (Fianna Fail)

I add my voice to the thanks and praise to the Minister and his officials for bringing this complex Bill through the House. I do not doubt that the debate in the Lower House will be as robust as it has been here. I hope the Bill is passed by the Oireachtas sooner rather than later. When it is on the Statute Book, it will prove to be important and groundbreaking. I thank my colleagues on the other side of the House for their contributions on all Stages which will certainly strengthen the Bill. It is good to know the Minister took on board some if not all the issues raised by my colleagues on Second Stage and the amendments tabled. It is a strong indication of the importance of this House in the passing of legislation.