Peter Mathews (Dublin South, Independent) | Oireachtas source

During the Minister's speech he mentioned he would be delighted to share time with anybody from this side of the House. There appears to be nobody, but I will take the opportunity to mention a note on the speaking time clock. I remind Deputies that the new speaking time clocks are being used today and can be seen on the railings above. They are intended to assist Deputies in keeping to the designated time limits. The time indicated on the screens during the debate will be the slot time, as provided in Standing Orders or the order of the day. If sharing time, the Deputies sharing must all conclude in the time indicated, so Deputies should be aware of what time is left on the clock. I ask Deputies to comply with the time limits for debate, as running over time is unfair to other Deputies waiting to speak. I commend the Minister, who has left lots of time to spare.

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