Derek Keating (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Taoiseach and all those who contributed to the debate. What I am trying to do is to ensure the current Taoiseach is not added to that list, if this is raised in 20 years time, although I say that with tongue in cheek. I am aware there is a long history associated with this request and that many others have pursued it in the past, although I did not know just how long the history was.

In reference to the Taoiseach's' earlier comments, I would be grateful if this could be taken a stage further and if the Taoiseach would agree to present this to the Whips and the party leaders for discussion. Given that I have been raising this over the past four years, perhaps we could agree on a specific timetable to at least arrive at a decision and maybe save others time in the future. Perhaps the Taoiseach could report back to me in four to six weeks, if that is reasonable.

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