Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I make the point to Deputy Higgins that we now are dealing with a different generation of politicians and a different generation in the country generally. Therefore, on the report's publication, I wish to ensure that each Member of the Oireachtas has the right and the opportunity to have his or her say about the report and his or her views on the options. Moreover, it will not be a ten-minute debate for everyone. I want to hear the views of all Members of all parties and none in order that this debate can, in its own way, inform the Government about the process leading to a decision that is to be taken in this regard. Consequently, Deputy Higgins will have ample time to make known his views on this subject, which is sensitive and which has divided our society for a very long time but is one with which the present Government will deal.

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