Diarmuid Wilson (Fianna Fail)

It is welcome that Mr. Martin McGuinness shook the hand of Queen Elizabeth II yesterday. It is another step forward in the peace process.

It is also welcome that the Personal Insolvency Bill will be published by the Government tomorrow. I have the highest respect for the Government Whip in this House, Senator Paul Coghlan. He has stated it is a Dáil Bill, but he should note that a Bill does not belong to either House; as we all know, a Bill can be commenced in either House. My party will meet all next week to facilitate consideration of the Bill and also the following week, the week thereafter and into August, if necessary. I make this commitment on behalf of the Fianna Fáil Party to ensure all Stages can be taken before the summer recess.