Trevor Sargent (Dublin North, Green Party)

Is it correct that the various churches and faith communities did not hear from the Government for an entire year, from the announcement in July 2005 onwards? This is the impression I have received. Will the Taoiseach address this because it does not indicate that the Government has ears — whatever about the churches having a voice?

Will the churches be consulted over the formulation of wording for a referendum on children's rights, about which the Taoiseach has spoken? Will this be an indication of some practical interaction?

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