Seanad debates
Wednesday, 23 June 2010
Merchant Shipping Bill 2009: Committee and Remaining Stages
1:00 pm
Noel Dempsey (Meath West, Fianna Fail)
The reason it must be visible on the ship is to ensure compliance. There is provision only for a copy to be kept on the ship. The Senator has raised an interesting point. I do not want to amend or delay the Bill, but perhaps the regulations can provide for the keeping of a copy. I can see the point the Senator is making. We are complying with international regulations and standards. I am thinking on my feet. If somebody makes a complaint-----
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