Denis O'Donovan (Fianna Fail)

I accept that. As deputy leader, I am flying the flag to state this type of process is disingenuous and devalues the status of this House, for which we are always making the case. I do not mind Bills being tweaked as they move from one House to another, but if substantial amendments are being made in the other House, it throws cold water on this House and those who hold particular views on the Bill in question. I welcome the Bill, on which I spoke on Second Stage. We are receiving dishcloth treatment if we are being asked to do what I have described. I am very concerned that it will happen and we should oppose it. If there were only one amendment rather than a series of substantial amendments, matters would be different. If a Minister consciously allows what I am concerned about to occur, he has scant regard for this House. I want to fly the flag in that regard today. I am deeply concerned and ashamed that it should happen.