Alice-Mary Higgins (Independent) | Oireachtas source

Yes, I am speaking to amendment No. 53 which represents a moment of progress and a recognition of concern, but I point out that amendment No. 63, should it be moved, will represent a roll-back on all of the progress made. I did not agree fully with our colleagues across the House in Fianna Fáil in respect of gorse burning and although we completely disagree on certain sections of the Bill, I recognise that it was an honest attempt to compromise and ameliorate the problem. That is what is reflected in amendment No. 53. I urge that we celebrate that and do not want to see it undone.