Seanad debates

Tuesday, 25 June 2013

Social Welfare and Pensions (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2013: Committee Stage (Resumed)

 

5:25 pm

Photo of Joan BurtonJoan Burton (Dublin West, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I understand the point of view shared by the Senators and confess to tabling similar amendments. However, I am not in a position to accept the amendment. The amendment proposes that the premier title be "An Chomhairle na Pinsean". The English version is being used again because, in this particular case, it will be easier for the majority of the public to recognise and identify the organisation. The Irish name of the organisation will be used in context. The name "Pensions Council" reflects the purpose and composition of the body which is to give stakeholders with relevant expertise a forum to provide pensions policy advice to myself and the Department.

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