Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

It is a hot issue down there. The Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Deputy Ó Cuív, has promptly reversed role, probably under direction from the Taoiseach, which may be a good thing. Is the motion to refer this to the House for discussion at some future time? I am not clear about what is intended from the Chief Whip's note. He stated that the Minister wishes to give Deputies and Senators an opportunity to debate the regulations in draft form and make suggestions for changes, if they so wish, before he signs them. It is considered appropriate that they will be debated in both Houses. Is that likely to take place in the new year or before the House rises for Christmas?

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