Michael Mullins (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I had not planned on speaking either, but I still welcome the opportunity to support the motion. I compliment my colleague, Senator Conway, on tabling the motion. It should help to give a sense of urgency in order that the legislation can be introduced more quickly. No doubt the Minister of State will take on board the calls that have been made tonight for him to urge the Cabinet to bring the Bill forward as a matter of urgency.

I like the concept of mediation. The general objective of the mediation Bill is to promote mediation as a viable, effective and efficient alternative to court proceedings. Like other speakers, I was really delighted to hear, in the very high-profile case involving the golfer Rory McIlroy and a man with Galway connections in Horizon Sports Management-----