Seanad debates

Wednesday, 23 June 2010

Merchant Shipping Bill 2009: Committee and Remaining Stages

 

1:00 pm

Photo of Noel DempseyNoel 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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