Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)

It is something that has worked and has been effective. I am not saying it is perfect or that we cannot have a continual review, but we should keep a balance and perspective in our commentary. It is not about the strong arm. The new practice that is emerging is neither valid nor sustainable. Something that should cost €50 is costing €1,500; that is not a runner.

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