Joe Costello (Dublin Central, Labour)

Arising out of the reply to Deputy Gilmore in regard to this somewhat illusive date for the referendum on the Lisbon reform treaty of 12, 13 or 14 June, will the Taoiseach engage in the negotiations before the debate starts in the next session? Given that 13 June happens to be a Friday, it may not be the best day to have it. Will he allow a comprehensive debate in the House to allow every Member who wishes to participate to do so? In regard to the terms of reference of the referendum commission, will these be laid before the House, and will there be an opportunity to debate them?

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