Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

I have no problem in principle with any arrangement that will enhance the debate and coverage of the House in plenary session, particularly with committee work. Any arrangement that would enhance the House's deliberations is to be welcomed by all Members on all sides. These matters are Whips' issues. On the interjection referred to by Deputy Quinn on statements, I took that to mean that people would rather that we come into the Chamber without prepared scripts more often. I am in favour of that but getting coverage without a prepared script is more difficult.

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