Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

I have seen the Sinn Féin motion, which is a very straightforward motion of censure in respect of the activities of Deputy Lowry outlined in the findings of the Moriarty tribunal report. I find nothing wrong with that motion of censure. I want to consider the implications of a motion of censure here in respect of legal cases that are pending. Before this debate ends today, I will give the Deputy an answer in respect of what action we can, by agreement, take in respect of censure motions. The issue of a motion of the Dáil banning any Member from the House will not stand up-----

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