Kevin Moran (Longford-Westmeath, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank all Senators for their contributions and I am particularly thankful for the support from Fianna Fáil and Sinn Féin, as well as Senators from the partners in government, Fine Gael. I am no different from anybody else in the House and I travelled the length of Longford and Westmeath trying to get into Dáil Éireann and saw so many people who found themselves in so much difficulty. So many people have found themselves in arrears. This Bill is short but it will make a big difference. It is unfair to say that the Government has not acted. Although the Bill was introduced nearly three years ago, it had to pass through the Houses and that is why we are here today. I welcome the views and points of all Senators. One or two questions were put to me and I will get back to the Senators in writing on those. I really appreciate the support. Although this is a short Bill, it will make a big difference to people.

All day yesterday people were sending emails and texts to my office wondering about the Bill. It is most important for people who want to work with the banks. We are not leaving an open door for those who are not engaging with banks. This deals with people who have found themselves in difficulty and who want help. The Government is here to do that and I thank all the Senators for their support.