Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I am advised that the proposal from the Senator is not necessary and would not add to the comprehension of section 130, which deals with the set-off of assets and debts between a debtor and creditor. Any balance would then likely be the subject of a debt resolution process as provided for in the Bill. The issue of consent as such does not arise in this particular context and, in the circumstances, I am opposed to the amendment.