Charlie O'Connor (Dublin South West, Fianna Fail)

I have supported the track record of Fianna Fáil in improving the status of gay people. Gay and lesbian people are members of our families. They are sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, nephews and nieces. They are our neighbours, constituents and friends. It is not acceptable for them to be treated differently or unfairly. The Government is committed to addressing their needs in a fair and positiveway.

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