Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)

I thank Senators for their interaction and co-operation. This is a major Bill, with some complex elements. The debate in the Seanad has exposed some weaknesses which I think we will improve on in the Dáil. It was very worthwhile to introduce it in the Seanad and we have had good interaction on a series of issues. I hope that my response to them was satisfactory.

I thank my officials - Mark Winkelmann, Dermot Murphy and John Moloney - who are the architects of this legislation. They have done a really good job. I look forward to bringing it to the Dáil. I may return to the Seanad to discuss the changes made in the Dáil. I hope to have the legislation finalised before the end of the year.