On a personal note, I too would like to thank everyone for their collegiality over the last 12 months. I thank Aileen, Martin, the staff in the Seanad Office, the ushers and all the staff in the House from the cleaners up. This House would not function without every member of staff within it. I wish Members a happy break. As has been said, many of them will be working in their areas but everybody deserves a break. I look forward to working with them all in September. I thank the Leader, Deputy Leader and Cathaoirle…

I thank the Minister for coming to discuss this really important Bill today. I thank her personally and her Department for all they are doing for women's health since she came into office. The roll-out of this important Bill and the many other prescription services that can now be accessed through the pharmacy are really important. As the Minister said herself, people were queueing up to get a doctor's appointment and those appointments now will be available for people with more complex health issues. I understand …

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I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Smyth, and her officials. When we adjourned the debate the previous day we were on section 32, amendment No. 35, in the names of Senators Stephenson, Higgins and Ruane. I understand Senator Stephenson was in possession on the last day.

Senator Higgins has proposed that amendments Nos. 37, 37 a and 37 b be grouped together. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Before I call Senator Higgins, I acknowledge Deputy Michael Cahill in the Gallery. He is accompanied by Grace Kelly, John Kelly, Tara Kelly and Oran Kelly from Tipperary and Kerry. They are very welcome. I hope they enjoy their visit.

Before I call on the Minister of State, I acknowledge our colleague Senator Manus Boyle and his guest Kieran Harvey from Killybegs. I hope he enjoys his visit.

Amendments Nos. 38 to 40, inclusive, are related and may be discussed together by agreement. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Does the Minister of State wish to comment?

Does the Minister of State wish to comment on this amendment?

Amendments Nos. 43 to 45, inclusive, are related and may be taken together by agreement. Is that agreed? Agreed.

We are discussing amendment No. 65 a .

Amendments Nos. 67 and 72 are related and may be discussed together by agreement. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Amendments Nos. 68 and 69 are related and may be discussed together by agreement. Is that agreed? Agreed.

I acknowledge the students from the National Print Museum. They are guests of Deputy Bacik and are very welcome. I hope they enjoy their visit to Leinster House today.

Amendments Nos. 70 and 71 are related and may be discussed together by agreement. Is that agreed? Agreed.

How stands the amendment?

Amendment No. 76 is in the name of Senator Keogan. She is not present to move it.