Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I know it is a contentious issue for many people. I want to thank the Ceann Comhairle, the Leas-Cheann Comhairle and the other Deputies who have chaired these debates. People have to do what their own conscience leads them to do. I certainly hope they will support this amendment. I know that some Deputies who did not support other amendments are going to support this amendment. I am grateful for that. I omitted to speak about the many pharmacists who have grave concerns as well. I have been dealing with them on this issue on a continuous basis over recent months. They are very worried about what is happening in here this evening. I do not want to delay the matter.

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