John O'Donoghue (Kerry South, Ceann Comhairle)

It does not arise on the Order of Business. I allow leeway to the leaders of Fine Gael and the Labour Party in the House. In allowing this leeway, I must also be given a certain amount of latitude. It must be understood that I have no choice but to implement Standing Orders where a clear breach occurs, as is the case in this instance. Members are engaging in Question Time and are not asking about legislation as provided for under Standing Orders. This is the problem that has arisen.

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