Victor Boyhan (Independent)

I welcome the Minister to the House and I thank him for coming as the lead Minister in the Department. I thank Senator O'Loughlin for pursuing this Bill. I fully agree with the four previous speakers. There is no point in repeating ourselves in these Houses. Let us keep the clarity and keep it simple. I fully concur with everything said. I also thank the departmental officials. While Deputy O'Callaghan is the Minister and that is great, a lot of work goes on behind the scenes in supporting him in his work. I look forward to hearing his contribution. I am glad to see he has a script but he has loads of additional notes in pen. I would expect nothing less of him. Clearly, he is engaging which is in line with his style of engaging and modus operandi. The Minister is very welcome. I congratulate Senator O'Loughlin on the work, drive, commitment and enthusiasm she has shown to see this important legislation through the House.