Terry Leyden (Fianna Fail)

I thank the Minister for Health, Deputy Reilly, for coming to the House to take the Bill on Second Stage. He was open to positive contributions from Members. I thank the Minister of State, Deputy Shortall, for her approach to this legislation. I wish her well in future legislation. She has a progressive approach to this House. It can play an important role in legislating as it has a little more time to reflect on proposals and does consider issues that the Dáil may not.

The Minister of State wanted this excellent and necessary legislation passed quickly which is why I appreciate she gave extra time to it here. The legislation as amended will be passed quickly in the Dáil. I thank the Leader for facilitating the passing of this legislation today.