Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages
Seanad Éireann — 2021-07-02
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Robbie Gallagher (FF), Labour Panel

I want to make a comment on Senator Ward's contribution and that of the Minister of State. During discussions on justice matters in this House, we are privileged to have many eminent brains, as I am sure the Leas-Chathaoirleach will agree. If some of my colleagues who are extremely well qualified in this area are struggling to understand the text in these Bills, God help us poor lesser mortals with fewer qualifications in this regard. It is something I know has been mentioned previously and I commend Senator Ward on raising it again. I know it is not a discussion for today, and I will not hold up the proceedings of the day discussing this issue, but it is something I feel needs to be looked at. I would very much welcome if the Minister of State took on board Senator Ward's comments, not only on this section but generally. It would make the workings of the House much more understandable, if I can use that expression, for us all, never mind the general public at large.

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Sitting date: 2021-07-02