Jim Walsh (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I might not go that far, but as somebody who has shown some degree of ingenuity in the responsibilities he holds, the Minister of State should clearly exercise his right to accept this amendment. Too many Ministers of State who come to this House do not have any discretion, look over their shoulders for guidance and do not accept amendments. What distinguishes the good Ministers from the routine or run-of-the-mill Ministers is that they will exercise discretion in the House by accepting amendments that are sensible and enhance the legislation. That is the purpose of this amendment.