Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)

The Government ordered the business today and, as has always been the practice on the day following a budget, the Taoiseach and the leaders or spokespersons of Opposition parties make their statements. That process normally happens straight after the Order of Business. It is a matter for Deputy Callely whether he, at any stage during the day or next week, wishes to make a statement. He is not bound by any rule of the Dáil, the Government, the Fianna Fáil Party or anyone else.

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