David Cullinane (Sinn Fein)

Earlier I commented on the donations element of the Bill and I commend the Minister on having gone a long way in that regard. We should not forget the gender quota aspect of the Bill, which is a significant step forward. I know it is not without its detractors and that some people believe quotas will not work. We need to face up to the fact that we need to do something to ensure we encourage women to get involved in politics and get them to stand in winnable seats. I look forward to having my wife and me join the Minister in the Lower House after the next general election.