Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)

During the debate, we should focus on the key issues, which are stability for the euro, confidence for investors, access to emergency funding if we need it, economic recovery and jobs for our people. The referendum Bill has been passed. The decision on the amendment to the Constitution will be put to the people next week. We should not postpone the opportunity to let the Irish people lend their voice to a more sustainable future. I ask Deputy Ross to support the Government in achieving that objective. He should not sit on the fence any longer.

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