Seanad debates
Thursday, 26 March 2015
Children and Family Relationships Bill 2015: Committee Stage
10:30 am
David Norris (Independent) | Oireachtas source
I presume what is intended are changes of address but I agree with Senator Healy Eames that these people are unlikely to keep in contact. I do not see a sperm donor updating every time they change their address or telephone number. It is desirable but it is simply not realistic. What penalties would be imposed if they do not update the register? One cannot say something is mandatory without there being a penalty but what are we going to do? Will we fine them €50? Will we send them to jail? Will we make them provide additional donations? I think it is absurd.
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