Michelle Mulherin (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I would also like to be associated with the welcome extended to our former colleague Imelda Henry and compliment her on her work. It is always helpful and informative. I also welcome those who represent the vintners' associations. Any group, across the board, that represents legitimate concerns and business is always welcome to relay its concerns and interests. Those present are employers, pay tax and engage in legal and legitimate enterprise and are entitled to have their voices heard. As policy makers and legislators, we must consider everything in the round, including public health policy.

I do not know if Senator Paul Gavan is aware of it, but the vintners support the Public Health (Alcohol) Bill. The Senator suggested they were not supporting it. I am clear that they are.