Before we commence, I remind Senators that a Member may speak only once on Report Stage except for the proposer of the amendment who may reply to the discussion on the amendment. Amendment No. 1 in the names of Senators Clonan, Keogan, Boyhan and Craughwell has been ruled out of order as it is not relevant to the subject matter of the Bill.
Sex Offenders (Amendment) Bill 2021: Report and Final Stages
Amendment No. 1 not moved.
Amendment No. 2 in the names of Senators Clonan, Keogan, Boyhan and Craughwell has been ruled out of order as it is not relevant to the subject matter of the Bill.
Amendment No. 2 not moved.
Bill received for final consideration.
When is it proposed to take Fifth Stage?
Now.
Is that agreed? Agreed.
Question proposed: "That the Bill do now pass."
I thank the Senators for their contributions to this very important Bill. As I said, the provisions of this Bill have been carefully designed to strengthen and improve the system of managing and monitoring sex offenders. It is, therefore, a very important Bill. I thank the Senators for their contributions.
I want to briefly acknowledge what Senator Clonan brought up, which is something I supported initially. I know the amendment was ruled out of order, but the Minister has adequately addressed the issue. I do not think there is a concern around the application of the provisions of this Bill and the previous sex offenders Bill to those in court martial. I hope the Senator will be reassured by what the Minister said on Committee Stage. This is an important update to the legislation. It is welcome and I am glad it has passed. I congratulate the Minister on its passing.
Question put and agreed to.
When is it proposed to sit again?
Dé Máirt seo chugainn ar 12.30 p.m.
Cuireadh an Seanad ar athló ar 11.55 a.m. go dtí 12.30 p.m., Dé Máirt, an 28 Márta 2023.
The Seanad adjourned at 11.55 a.m. until 12.30 p.m. on Tuesday, 28 March 2023.