Francis Noel Duffy (Dublin South West, Green Party)
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My thanks to the Tánaiste for his statement. It is much appreciated. I found the discourse today informing.

I find myself agreeing with Deputy Howlin's position. It appears that this trade agreement and its benefits for our society outweigh our right to defend ourselves via our national courts. I believe that is a difficult position for many considering some fought hard for our independence and the right to defend ourselves. In that context, the Tánaiste mentioned positive income to the State. Has the Department considered or analysed that benefit relative to the potential litigation against us?