Hildegarde Naughton (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State for his comprehensive reply. We all know that anyone who enters the family law system does so as an option of last resort. I welcome, in particular, the commitment given that judges will be appointed full time to the District Court and Circuit Family Court which is a positive step forward. I also welcome the commitment to facilitate, as far as possible, the resolution of disputes by means of alternative solution methods. I look forward to the legislation passing through the various Stages in the House.