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

I propose to share time with Deputies Ó Fearghaíl, O'Donovan and Keaveney. I welcome the opportunity to make a brief contribution to this important debate. As ever on these occasions, I compliment our colleagues in the Opposition on their initiative. This motion gives Members an opportunity to speak on matters of concern to us. I am sorry my constituency colleague, Deputy Crowe, is not present to hear my compliment but perhaps Deputy Ó Snodaigh, a fellow Crumlin man, will convey it to him.

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