John Gilroy (Labour) | Oireachtas source

The point we are making is the same as the one we made on amendments Nos. 11 and 12. The transitional nature of the Bill requires that we move fast. Senator MacSharry's amendment does nothing to expedite the change we all desire. The legislation is transitional, and the legislation for the establishment of a new board and to bring about the reform we all desire is coming down the road. Senator Power mentioned a period of three years, but this is not a target so much as the deadline. I am confident that the Government can deliver the necessary change well within that period. Stating the Government has broken pledges in the programme for Government is irrelevant to this Bill. I am sure the Minister will have a few words to say in this regard also.