Averil Power (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister for the debate on the legislation and for his final comments on parental representation. In general the Minister is very good at listening to suggestions from this side of the House and trying to accommodate them when he can which is very much appreciated. This legislation is very important. The VECs have provided a very important service for decades, but it is important to have a system which is fit for the 21st century and that it is streamlined and reformed so we have the structures required to provide the best possible education and the best co-ordination of services throughout the country. I welcome the legislation and thank the Minister for the debate we have had.