Jillian van Turnhout (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I support what was said by my colleague, Senator O'Donnell. I am very supportive of the Bill to ensure that children have a rights-based access to universal health care but I will not support the gagging of GPs or the perception of same.

I welcome the new Ministers, particularly the new Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Deputy James Reilly. When Deputy Charles Flanagan was appointed Minister two months ago he called himself a high impact sub. Perhaps my sporting colleagues will explain his analogy to me.

The appointment of Deputy Reilly as Minister may be a crucial and timely move just like the Dutch coach changed his country's goalie at the last minute in the quarter final of the World Cup. I hope that the move proves to be a good one.