Rory O'Hanlon (Cavan-Monaghan, Ceann Comhairle)

In regard to the point raised by Deputy Rabbitte, there is no precedent for a Ceann Comhairle to participate in a debate nor could there be by virtue of the impartiality of his office. The Ceann Comhairle has no deliberative role in the debate in the House and should not be drawn into a matter of controversy.

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