Ivana Bacik (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I am sorry. I should say that is in the explanatory memorandum, but it has been somewhat changed in the Bill itself.

The Bill also contains some important provisions in respect of the regulator. Senator Higgins has dealt with those and I echo her words. It is important to see the regulator's powers, functions and duties spelt out in some detail. This is an important role. In the past, we have seen that in many different sectors there was far too little regulation and supervision of important functions. Therefore, the national lottery regulator will have a hugely significant role. I join with Senator Higgins in wishing him or her, whoever is appointed, the very best of luck in that role.

I again wish to welcome the Bill before us and, in particular, I welcome the fact that funding will now be ring-fenced for the construction of a children's hospital. We all hope that it will be going ahead in very early course.