Peter Burke (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I have good faith in local authorities and the political party system. It would be shocking if someone denied a woman her choice as she went on maternity leave. I think if that happened then the system would reflect very poorly on them. We have also reserved the right to issue directions and standing orders under section 28, I think, and schedule 10. We would be able to do that if it transpires, which I hope it will not, and I do not believe it will.