I move that the Bill be now read a Second Time.
Royal Hospital for Incurables, Dublin (Charter Amendment) Bill, 1952—Second Stage.
An Leas-Chathaoirleach
I object. I would like to say a word or two on this Bill. The only change we are asked to make——
We may not have a discussion now on the Bill. Is the Senator opposing the Second Reading?
Yes, I am.
Then I think it would be better to postpone consideration of it.
May I not give my reasons?
Under Standing Orders, if the Second Reading of the Bill is objected to we must delay consideration.
An Leas-Chathaoirleach
It will be considered at the next sitting of the Seanad, whenever that will be—not earlier than a fortnight.
I think I should be allowed to explain the position. It is not really a question of opposing; I want clarification.
Under Standing Orders we must, in the circumstances, defer consideration of the Bill, and the Leas-Chathaoirleach has proposed that it will be taken in a fortnight's time.
An Leas-Chathaoirleach
Not earlier than a fortnight.
Second Stage postponed.