Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

I notice the Minister of State, Deputy de Valera, was nodding vigorously in agreement with the Taoiseach. That is just for the Ceann Comhairle's information, because he could not see her there, behind him.

Ministers on behalf of Ireland will shortly be embarking on the annual exodus to various points around the world, I am sure, to fly the flag and die for the country. In respect of the Taoiseach's visit to Washington, I understand the family of the late Mr. Joseph Rafferty, who was murdered in this city——

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