David Norris (Independent)

If I am correct, this has to do with the commencement date of 1 July. This is extremely important because I have been advised that the Bill will not carry the same weight in supporting the bio-fuel industry, particularly in the Wexford-Waterford area, if the commencement date is not fixed clearly as 1 July. I have just received the amendments and I am assuming that is the case. Will the Minister indicate whether I am right in assuming it relates to the commencement date of 1 July? If I am and as I have only one opportunity to speak, I emphasise the urgency attached to having that date included in the legislation. Otherwise, it will fail in a significant measure in terms of what was considered to be its main impact, particularly as the amendments were suggested first here in this House.