Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)

The referendum is an opportunity for individual citizens to make a clear statement that we want stability and certainty. Investors are looking at Ireland's response in order to see if we choose the stability that will enable them to invest with confidence in our economy. That is how we will create jobs, allow the economy to recover and make a better future for our people.

Deputy Ross advocates a postponement of the referendum in order to take on board changing events in Europe. I am surprised that anybody should think it is for others outside Ireland to determine what our position should be.

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