Would the Minister consider changing that either now or when it goes to the Seanad?
Committee on Finance. - Clean Wool Bill, 1947—Committee Stage.
Sections 1, 2 and 3 agreed to.
Question proposed: "That Section 4 stand part of the Bill."
I think it is best the way it is.
This is the most opportune time.
It is best the way it is.
Question put and agreed to.
Sections 5 and 6 agreed to.
Question proposed: "That Section 7 stand part of the Bill."
I wish to raise the point about special purposes.
I do not think any exceptions can be made when everybody is ruled out of using it. It might give a nice finish to certain cases, but you cannot have it both ways.
Has the Minister consulted the people about this?
Yes.
I wonder whether the use of blueing dips is prohibited in other countries for special purposes. I am thinking of brands for show purposes. If we happen to send our sheep abroad it might be an advantage to have facilities for that purpose. I think the Minister might possibly consider making exceptions in certain cases, especially for show purposes. The Minister might cover it by putting in "for show purposes."
I do not think—
I am not asking the Minister to commit himself now. I am only asking him to consider the matter.
Question put and agreed to.
Sections 8 and 9 agreed to.
Question proposed: "That Section 10 stand part of the Bill."
I might ask, Sir, if the fine of £10 is not a bit too high. Perhaps the limit might be a bit lower.
Is not discretion given there?
Section agreed to.
Sections 11, 12 and 13 agreed to.
Title of the Bill put and agreed to.
Bill reported without amendment.
Bill received for final consideration and passed.