Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

In respect of No. 10, when the Minister for Defence last spoke on this matter, he indicated there would be time for a short debate when it next arose. I have spoken to Deputy Timmins, a former member of the Defence Forces who has served overseas. It may be appropriate, given what may come down the line regarding North Korea, the Irish experience in Liberia and possibly elsewhere, to provide for a short debate on this important issue. While the Fine Gael Party and I support the measure, given the Minister's comments it may be appropriate to allocate 30 minutes to this subject.

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