Eamon Ryan (Dublin South, Green Party)

I wish to add to Deputy Shortall's comments because I agree with her. It seems strange that in many of the dealings we have had with port companies, they have taken an independent stance. One would almost get the sense that they are private companies, operating completely separate from any Government direction. They seem to wish to stand on their own two feet, compared to other private operators. In such circumstances, I question whether they should be given separate protection in this manner. I agree with Deputy Shortall's remarks.

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