David Cullinane (Sinn Fein)

I support the previous speaker. I have called for the preparation and publication of a code of practice for many years. I welcome the Minister's commitment. It is one of the good aspects of this Bill. It is also important to encourage those who work in the drinks industry to take a lead and, through the joint policing committees, there is an opportunity for this to happen. The Garda Síochána and local public and community representatives are present at these meetings. A number of sub-committees in Waterford and Cork were set up specifically to deal with publicans and vintners. It is a holistic way of making sure the drinks industry lives up to its responsibilities. A statutory footing was required for the code of practice. I welcome the Minister's commitment but enforcement is the important thing. The Minister should be commended on his intention to publish the code of practice.