Seanad debates
Wednesday, 11 July 2012
Animal Health and Welfare Bill 2012: Committee Stage (Resumed)
5:00 am
Trevor Ó Clochartaigh (Sinn Fein)
I acknowledge the argument the Minister is making. He and I are trying to achieve the same outcome. However, the comparison to a housing estate is not helpful because an animal on a housing estate can be moved, whereas the estate is in a fixed position. I am not fully convinced that the section as it stands will achieve the outcome both the Minister and I seek. However, I am willing to withdraw the amendment while reserving the right to introduce a further amendment on Report Stage with a view to achieving the objective we both seek. I would appreciate if the Minister were also to introduce an amendment.
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