Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael)

The Government decides what we do in this House. It is not a matter for us to approach the Whips. If the Tánaiste has a view that there should be a role for the Oireachtas, let her say as much and amplify on what that role should be. Let us have serious discussion about the big challenges that face us in the future.

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