Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry South, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I support Deputy Catherine Murphy's amendment. On the greater context of this issue, I want to make it clear that I am totally opposed to the Government's proposal to abolish the Seanad. I will outline my reasons for taking that position. Unlike many other people, I have a couple of great reasons to support the abolition of the Seanad. I would not leave that jaundice my opinion. Of course there should be reform. The Seanad should be a more workmanlike place.

While great contributions have been made by individuals over the years, we all know very well that many people who have possessed seats in that House have copied and mimicked the work of county councillors and Deputies-----

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