Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I do not agree with the Deputy's accusation. I repeat that we will maintain our traditional policy of military neutrality in whatever decision we make here. The Government will consider each of the proposals that have been put forward in a very serious manner. There is potential here for Ireland so we must consider each of the proposals seriously. Society is changing at a rapid pace and we must be able to keep up with that. If that means equipping our Defence Forces, that is exactly what we must do.

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