Hildegarde Naughton (Galway West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I respect the decision and workings of the Seanad absolutely. It is important to say, however, there has been extensive engagement between me, IALPA, my Department, the regulator, Deputies and Senators. There have been more than ten different engagements since last year on this legislation. IALPA's proposed amendments have been tabled as part of the legislation, and I have come to the Seanad today to discuss the exact issues being raised. Again, if the Seanad wishes to defer its consideration today, I completely respect that decision. I came here to discuss the very issues highlighted. If the Seanad wishes to delay this for whatever reasons, I completely respect that.