Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)

My colleagues in the Green Party have also raised the case with me. We are examining the matter. It was agreed at yesterday's meeting that more detailed work was required before people would take unilateral action. It must be pointed out that President Obama has not, as yet, requested anything of us. Undoubtedly, there will be further discussions on the matter. President Obama said it will take a year to close down Guantanamo. Three categories of prisoners have been identified. We have made clear that we will not accept people with terrorist backgrounds. There is no need to rush the fences today or tomorrow; we can work through this issue.

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