Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

We represent a broad range of political opinions and I know that our concerns are shared by members of the Government parties. It is tragic that this is not being taken on board by the Minister of State and those with whom he has engaged in preparation for the taking of these amendments. Amendment No. 4 does not seek to alter the intent of the legislation but carefully and with full appreciation of the circumstances involved would require due regard in this area. I do not propose to protract this debate any further. We have explained our point ad nauseam and it is regrettable that the Minister of State will not accept it.

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