Seán Crowe (Dublin South West, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I know, and I am sorry. In conclusion, I welcome the report, as it is a useful starting point. It is not for the Minister, me or anyone else to be the arbiter of a person's gender identity. It is up to the person himself or herself. This should be fully respected and legally recognised by the State.

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