The Social Welfare, Pensions and Civil Registration Bill was published last July. Last summer, it was the stated intention of the new Minister to get the Bill through before the summer recess. Meanwhile, a new Social Welfare Bill has been published and is progressing. We are now waiting nearly half a year for detailed amendments to come from the Government that would address the complex issue facing defined benefit pension schemes. It is not acceptable simply to park a piece of legislation that was to be fast tracked. When will we see these amendments and when will the Bill be advanced?

I understand it is awaiting Committee Stage, but I do not have more detail at this point on what amendments are necessary for Committee Stage. I will seek to get confirmation.