Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

I agree with these.

I am glad to see Ambassador Jana from South Africa in the House. No. b11 is a simple motion for the recognition of Mandela day, which is based on a request from President Zuma of South Africa, and we respect that request. Nelson Mandela was an international icon of persistence, dedication, truth and equality. We fully support No. b11 and it might have been preferable to have had an opportunity to have a real debate next week on the contribution to international peace made by Nelson Mandela.

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