Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

If the by-election is to be held on 27 October, the writ must be moved between tomorrow and 6 October. We have changed the regulations in order that by-elections will be held within six months of being caused. However, this by-election has resulted from the unfortunate death of a member of Fianna Fáil and Deputy Martin's party will be given the opportunity to move the writ in accordance with precedent. I understand he will possibly do that on Thursday.

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