Kieran O'Donnell (Limerick City, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank both Senator Boyhan and Senator Craughwell. I assure Senator Boyhan that I am always looking to improve the Bill. I reflected on everything when we were having the debate. I was of the opinion that it was covered. I went back and looked at the Bill again. Putting in the amendment, which in substance is what he provided, further strengthens the Bill. It puts front and centre the fact that the mayor will be driving the regeneration projects in Limerick city and county.

This is what legislation is about. I have taken quite a number of Opposition amendments because I believe democracy is very important. This Bill has been debated at length and that has made for better legislation. None of us has a monopoly on wisdom. I certainly do not. I thank Senator Boyhan for his contribution. The amendment being put forward here will certainly strengthen the legislation, which is what we are all looking to do. I thank Senator Boyhan.