Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)

It would be easier for all concerned if ten questions were not grouped together, but I accept it is beyond the Ceann Comhairle's control.

The very important point at the core of this issue is the complete failure of the Union to take a comprehensive approach to all countries. It is actually fuelling the sense of crisis. Incidentally, I would have no difficulty with the Taoiseach conducting a nationwide tour. I am not into that type of politics, and never was.

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