Mr. James O'Brien:

I stand by what I said about lowering the voting age. I had not thought about whether it would have a knock-on effect when it comes to people our age being listened to, which it definitely would. It is something to take into account. There are many layers that need to be considered when thinking about lowering the voting age. I would be more in favour of lowering the voting age having heard what the Deputy has said.

With regard to neutrality, I consider myself a pacifist. I am a massive advocate for non-violence. What is happening with Putin and Ukraine is unprecedented in the 21st century. It is appalling. That goes without saying. However, where a diplomatic solution is possible, which I think it is in most cases, or at least should be, neutrality is necessary or at least helpful in fostering that.