Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)

As I previously stated, the matter of whether the two referenda should be held on the same day will be discussed with party leaders. I understand the children's committee will take about four months to report, the referendum Bill will come before the House and a Green Paper and White Paper will be published and circulated around the country so logistics will influence the timing of that referendum. At the European Council I will point out that a referendum on the EU reform treaty is a constitutional requirement and will be held by the due date.

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