Andrew Doyle (Wicklow, Fine Gael)

If one wants to run for President, one has to be at least 35 years of age. There is no upper limit. Any Member of this House can continue as a Deputy until any age he or she wishes, as long as the people keep electing him or her. It is only right and proper that from now on, politicians who continue to work will not be able to draw down a pension. It is public knowledge that I will be 68 in 2028. I hope I will still be active. I predict-----

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