Protection of the Native Irish Honey Bee Bill 2021: Second Stage
Seanad Éireann — 2022-06-02
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Joe O'Reilly (FG), Labour Panel

Given Senator Martin's eclectic and great intelligence, I presume that he addressed in his mind before producing the Bill the question of how to deal with those who could be impacted commercially, including how to phase them into the new reality.
This is excellent legislation. I had the privilege of attending the briefing organised by Senator Martin, where good questions were asked. There is an incontrovertible case for this Bill. It is timely legislation that is supported by us all. I am enthusiastically backing it, as is my party. I wish it well and I hope it goes through all Stages quickly and successfully. I will read the Official Report, or speak to the Senator privately, to see how he proposes to address the question I raised. I can think of no other issue.
I thank the Acting Chairperson for the opportunity to contribute.

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Sitting date: 2022-06-02