Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire (Cork South Central, Sinn Fein)
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I am inclined to press the amendment. It is something that comes up every so often but we are always told there is a review under way and that nothing can be done in the meantime. That excuse can be used to cover a multitude. We saw it in the context of civil law reform recently where we were told something could not be contemplated as a review was ongoing which might recommend something. As the Minister of State said and as Deputy Jack Chambers reflected, this should be the position as it stands. People should not be in a position where they may be denied the right to vote or where voting may be made difficult for them because polling stations are practically or completely inaccessible. I am minded to press the amendment unless the Chairman is certain it will create a difficulty for the committee.