Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein)

I join the appeal to the Taoiseach to avail of the opportunity to address the House on this very important issue. It is regrettable that so much critical time has been lost at a time when the House is scheduled to discuss something of such importance as the budget. I appeal to the Taoiseach to be mindful of the need of Members to have the matter substantively addressed. Deputy Callely has made his choice. That is his decision and he cannot be compelled to address the House. I appeal to the Taoiseach to avail of the opportunity to put the issues before the House firmly on the record, to explain the situation and to have the record stand accordingly.

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