Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

We may have a referendum. It is a matter that is receiving attention and is being dealt with on an inter-departmental basis. As the Deputy knows, it is subject to Cabinet and committee discussions but there are issues arising in regard to it that are being looked at, such as the possible unforeseen consequences of some of the wording and how that might result in legislative changes or have financial implications. That all has to be examined so we can come forward with wording that meets the requirements of the situation and can be properly implemented, if agreed to, and subsequently ratified by the people.

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