Feargal Quinn (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I do not have a beard but I can understand how you could make that mistake on occasions. I understand the Minister's point and that it is not the prime purpose of the legislation to do some of the things that have been done here. However, Senator Norris makes a strong case in regard to marriage and civil partnership. I am unsure whether that should not be evident, particularly for genealogical purposes.

Reference was made to trade union membership. I have not been a member of a trade union, except, perhaps, IBEC, which is a trade union of sorts. If trade unions do not want membership disclosed then I can understand why the Minister is responding to the request. I take the point. Certainly, I do not intend to push this amendment at this stage. If any changes are to take place, perhaps they might take place between now and Report Stage.