Caít Keane (Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister for his response given that he is in theory accepting Senator Zappone's argument. I share other Senators' view that the devil can be in the detail of legislation. I would like to have the recommendations of the Attorney General, Department of Finance, Taxing Master and others before making a final decision on the matter. As I stated previously, the tax element should be separated and the Minister's decision is a wise one. I do not want to return to the civil partnership Act. How soon will the next finance Bill be introduced? Will it be in December? When one considers for how many years equality has been denied, December is not too far down the road. While I would welcome a decision to act more speedily in the matter, the Minister is taking a sensible route.