Kevin Humphreys (Dublin South East, Labour) | Oireachtas source

This is ground-breaking legislation on which we have worked hard. It has been a priority for the Tánaiste to ensure that the legislation would be brought to the Houses and given effect this year. It is important that we work in co-operation when dealing with legislation that is extremely complex and new. The amendment is practical and reasonable, and I am delighted to be able to accept it. We had discussions with the Senators earlier but I could not give indications because, as Senator Mooney knows, a long process of negotiations and discussions must take place. However, it is a good reflection on the manner in which Senators approach their work. I thank them for the support they have given me over the last week as we worked together.