Terry Leyden (Fianna Fail)

I thank my colleagues on the other side of the House who were very helpful in working with the Minister on this matter. It is bouquets all around. The Minister of State used her power to act on this matter in the House, as I did when I was a Minister of State. I have seen other Ministers of State refuse to accept amendments because they were concerned their Minister might not accept them subsequently. The Minister of State, Deputy Shortall, has shown she has the knowledge and ability to carry out such a function. I also commend the staff who are so effective in getting matters sorted quickly. The amendment may concern a small item but it is an important one.