Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank Commissioner Bulc. I welcome the content and the scope of her remarks, particularly on Brexit, which is the major issue facing Ireland. Like some of my colleagues present, I come from a Border constituency and we face serious problems. There are 40,000 jobs relying on trade with the United Kingdom at present; therefore, whatever happens will be of major significance. I invite members to contribute in the normal manner, and if possible I would like to comment at the end. Time is limited as voting begins at 12.45 p.m. and Commissioner Bulc must leave at 12.50 p.m. I will call members in the usual fashion, leading with the Fine Gael speaker.