Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein)

I join the other Opposition voices calling on the Government to circulate the McCarthy report by an bord snip nua to Members of this House; indeed, I suggested this some weeks ago. We should have the opportunity to debate properly the contents of the report. Some alternatives may not be under consideration but we have a collective responsibility to face up to these challenges. This matter is not the preserve of the Government; the Opposition has a contribution to make to the resolution of these problems. One thing is certain: we must face the fact that this McCarthy cup will not be overflowing with good news. I urge that the details of this report be circulated and that we be given the opportunity to address them properly. If necessary, we should have the chance to address the report in the coming week. Surely it is within the gift of the Government to agree to this.

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