Paddy McHugh (Galway East, Independent)

This necessary debate on waste is very welcome and I congratulate the Green Party on tabling the motion. To put it mildly, it was disappointing to hear the Minister's speech yesterday in which he made a vain attempt to undermine the motion rather than deal with the issues it raises. I do not necessarily agree with all the elements of the Green Party's motion but I respect its right to pursue its agenda in the House without having to put up with the arrogant approach of the Minister.

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