David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)
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I thank the Minister for her attendance. She wishes to invite all Members of the committee to attend the citizenship ceremony that will take place at the Convention Centre on Friday, 4 July at 2 p.m. I ask Members to let the clerk to the committee know whether they can attend. I know Senator Bacik is not available to attend.

Ivana Bacik (Independent)
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Unfortunately I cannot attend due to the Labour Party's leadership election taking place but thank the Minister for her wonderful invitation.

I would love, as I am sure other members would, to attend future ceremonies even if some of us cannot be present this Friday.

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn (Donegal North East, Sinn Fein)
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I also offer my apologies. I thank the Minister for her kind invitation. Perhaps she might consider giving us future opportunities, but I cannot make it this time.

Frances Fitzgerald (Minister, Department of Justice and Equality; Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael)
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Of course.

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn (Donegal North East, Sinn Fein)
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I appreciate the invitation.

Ivana Bacik (Independent)
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I have heard great things about the ceremonies from those who have gone through them and obtained citizenship.

David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)
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They really are amazing.