Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)

I accept the point made by Deputy Kenny. If the Whips can consider the matter, we can have the debate first or afterwards — I do not mind. I will give a commitment to have a debate. The Government Whip should talk to the Minister for Defence. The debate can be held before the motion goes to committee or we can allow it go to the committee and have the debate on its return, depending on what is agreed to by the Whips. I agree with the principle of a debate.

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