Maire Devine (Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I am delighted that we have got to this stage. It is great when we come to something final and it is agreeable. It is also great that we are all being pleasant to each other.

This legislation is a no-brainer. If something hurts or does damage we need to tell people what it is. That is our job as legislators. Chemical harm can result from alcohol and abuse of alcohol. The harm can be physical and mental. It is our duty to inform our families, individuals and society. Then, hopefully, they will be able to inform themselves about their choices.

This Bill will help with the labelling and the data from our hospitals. It will help to inform us about our policies and whether they are working or whether some anomalies arise and we need to treat the matter differently. I am delighted the Bill came back to the Seanad. I was thrilled to co-sign it with Senator Frances Black. I thank everyone who has been a Trojan supporter. I have been a little snarly at times but we reached an agreement. This is an example of the House at its best.