Paul Bradford (Independent) | Oireachtas source

On a point of order, when I asked to submit amendment five minutes after the deadline last Tuesday, which is not unprecedented, I was told that it would be impossible to do so. I am surprised that the Minister of State was aware that I was in contact with the Bills Office. When I attempted to submit my amendment I was told there was no possibility of extending the deadline. I had expected to sees hundreds of amendments given that I was unable to submit one 48 hours before the debate was scheduled. I abided by the rules of the House.