Jim Walsh (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I recognise what the Minister of State is saying. His comments do not give me any comfort or confidence that he intends to accept these amendments. I ask him to approach this matter in an open-minded way, just as I will. I have not heard any valid reasons. We can discuss this privately between us. I am not looking for stillbirths to be redefined. That could be an issue with the WHO. I am looking specifically at the circumstances I have outlined, particularly in cases in which the coroner is able to issue a certificate. I accept that it will be an interim certificate. Such certificates are accepted in many other cases, including for social welfare purposes. I cannot see any compelling or reasonable argument explaining why this should not be done. I respect the Minister of State's position. I accept that these amendments were not submitted until Monday. I am happy to give some time. We might get together at a convenient time - perhaps next Tuesday, if that suits - to go through this issue. On that basis, I am happy to withdraw these amendments, with leave to re-enter them.