Jim O'Keeffe (Cork South West, Fine Gael)

I find myself smothered by support from Fianna Fáil, the Progressive Democrats, my colleague, Deputy Howlin and Sinn Féin. There is a common view in favour of the proposal. I accept this is a complex issue. Until I have the support of all parties in the House I withdraw the amendment in light of the limited time available. Perhaps we can resume the discussion on Report Stage.

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