Guardianship of Infants and Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2026: Committee and Remaining Stages
Seanad Éireann — 2026-06-30
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Robbie Gallagher (FF), Labour Panel

First, I commend David, Veronica and Suzette on their work in this area. I met David on a number of occasions. He has been a serious campaigner and advocate. For his family to go through what they have gone through and still campaign to change things, not just for themselves but for those who will come after them, we are all deeply indebted to them. Gabhaim buíochas leo go léir.
I thank the Senators who contributed this evening, all of whom did so in a constructive fashion and came forward with reasonable and good points. Finally, I thank the Minister, who acted on his word, as he outlined in his contribution, and has been proactive on this issue and across a wide range of issues. I thank him for his enthusiasm, endeavour and appetite for work. I salute him.

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Sitting date: 2026-06-30