Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)

They are hypothetical issues. I do not claim to be either a legal or medical expert but it could be of a short duration which would hardly be what the Constitution regarded as a permanent incapacity. One could argue either way and I do not think the solicitor has argued it in a way that shows the ultimate argument. That will be brought forward in due course. The Deputy asked me another question.

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