Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I acknowledge the contributions of Senators. This is important legislation which ensures the Government honours obligations and commitments entered into in respect of Northern Ireland, under the Stormont House Agreement. I expect all assurances and commitments given by the British Government in relation to Northern Ireland to be fully complied with and upheld. I thank Senator Clifford-Lee in particular for her contribution on behalf of Fianna Fáil. I also thank Senator Ó Donnghaile and acknowledge the favourable comments from Senator Ó Ríordáin on the part of the Labour Party. I thank Senators for sitting this morning in order to pass this important legislation which will fulfil a commitment entered into by the Government. I expect this legislation will be beneficial in bringing some modicum of comfort and support to victims, their families, survivors, and communities across Northern Ireland.