Robert Troy (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I add my voice on this momentous day on our journey to ensure we move towards a true Republic that values all of its citizens equally. We are about to give legal effect to the decision that was taken in the recent referendum. I was delighted to be part of an extremely positive referendum campaign. We must acknowledge and give credit to the Yes Equality team, the men and women and their families and friends who realised what the impact of this decision on their personal lives would be. The warmth, generosity and positivity of the campaign was a sight to behold and it was great to be part of it. I salute the men and women of the Yes Equality campaign for the Trojan efforts they made in knocking on doors to ensure the referendum was passed.

I also acknowledge the role played by the Minister and the collective role of Members in the referendum campaign. It was one occasion when members of all parties and none came together and decided what was needed to achieve a true Republic.

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