Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

We cannot have a situation where in a very tight Dáil somebody, for whatever manipulative reasons, who might aspire to be Ceann Comhairle can choose to gain support through secret means. It is an open vote and will remain so, and that is the way it should be. The people's representatives are sent in here to represent them and to be open, transparent and accountable. That is why the Ceann Comhairle of the day should be elected by an open vote, something I support very strongly. Members will have as much time as they want to discuss Irish Water when the Government makes a decision within the next two weeks.

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