Charlie O'Connor (Dublin South West, Fianna Fail)

I shall make it clear, a Cheann Comhairle. I wish to share my time with Deputies Margaret Conlon, Michael McGrath, Thomas Byrne, Frank Fahey, Timmy Dooley and Cyprian Brady.

I welcome the opportunity to make a contribution in this important debate, and I compliment our colleague, Deputy John Perry on his initiative in tabling the motion. I apologise for not being here last night, but I had to cheer on Shamrock Rovers and St. Patrick's Athletic in Richmond Park-----

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