Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)

According to the programme for Government, this Dáil is due to consider at least ten constitutional amendments and an overall constitutional convention. Without a new approach and a willingness both to consult and listen to other opinions, many of these proposals will meet the same fate as the Oireachtas inquiries referendum. I hope we can be assured that the notable winning ways of Ministers Howlin and Shatter will be brought into line at some stage in the coming months.

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