Michael Creed (Cork North West, Fine Gael)

She has said she will not allow Irish agriculture to be sacrificed for the sake of ensuring that a deal goes through. What exactly is she prepared to accept? Is she prepared to accept the agreement in its current format? It will be a step too far to sacrifice Irish agriculture and compromise consumers throughout the EU as part of an unbalanced deal. What will we get in return? I look forward to Deputy McGuinness's contribution in that regard. This is a clear example of how the Government has taken its eye off the ball by focusing on self-preservation, the succession stakes within the Cabinet and the Mercs and perks of office, while a vital part of our economy and heritage slips away.

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