Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

I accept what Senator Boyhan said about the critical role played by the Opposition. I must go back and look at my own record. Opposition amendments are an important part of the legislative process and it is important that the Government is open to accepting them. The Senator's words will echo in my ears as we look at various amendments in the future.

I thank all of the Senators for the speedy way in which this Bill has progressed through the House. There was a delay initially caused by the Government side, for which I apologise. We want to be faster and I accept what Senator Boyhan said. I assure Senators that this Bill will not be the end of the matter. We will return with further legislation and further improvements in our marine casualty investigation structures. I thank our civil servants.