Marie Moloney (Labour) | Oireachtas source

I congratulate the Minister of State on bringing his first piece of legislation through the House; I presume it is the first of many. When we commenced, it appeared to be a simple Bill to pass through the House but as we progressed we found there were many emotive and sensitive issues and amendments were brought forward. It was handled with sensitivity by all sides of the House. There was cross-party support for most of the amendments. I am glad the Minister of State is taking their views forward. The beauty of the Seanad is that people take on board the views and proposals of the Opposition. I hope he will see it through as agreed with the Senators. I look forward to hearing that there will be changes on Committee Stage. Again, I congratulate the Minister of State on bringing his first piece of legislation through the House.