Deirdre Clune (Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister of State for his contribution today and last week on Committee Stage. I also thank the Minister for his contribution on Second Stage. This is an important Bill and will help companies that have been refused credit by banks. It will also serve to educate banks on the new types of businesses that are out there and give them the confidence to move forward and engage with businesses, particularly those that fall outside their remit and have not been able to find funding. This is an important step. I thank the Minister of State. Last week's debate on Committee Stage of the Bill was very informative and I thank the officials for their support.