Maureen O'Sullivan (Dublin Central, Independent) | Oireachtas source

There are many positive aspects to what the Minister has just stated. It is when we look at these capacities that we will see if it does work. It is good that there are options available for these particular ladies, who are a particularly vulnerable group.

I take this opportunity to acknowledge the work of support groups such as Justice for Magdalenes, which have been both tenacious and persistent in their efforts, and I thank the Minister for the role she has played.

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