Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)

I have answered Deputy Rabbitte but I will answer him again. Based on the fact that the general election is next year, I have stated on many occasions that we cannot use them next year. I hope that is clear enough.

I understand the Commission on Electronic Voting has carried out detailed examinations, including speaking to international experts, and is to report on that. I have not seen that report and I await it. I do not think that will change the position for next year.

I do not accept what Deputy Rabbitte seemed to imply, if not state clearly, about the company — the editor will have to work out what he meant. Is he saying this company is flawed?

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