Alan Kelly (Tipperary North, Labour)

-----and to give a clear, unanimous mandate to the Taoiseach so he can have the House's full support in the critical negotiations tonight and this weekend. As a former MEP, I can safely say that, by and large and regardless of their political colours, our elected representatives in Brussels and Strasbourg wear the green jersey every week and get the best for our country. Irrespective of their political background, I compliment them on their approach.

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