Michael D'Arcy (Wexford, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Deputy should have called a vote on it, if he wanted to, but I do not believe he did at that stage. I will not comment on an individual case on the floor of the Dáil as I do not believe it is appropriate. However, from my perspective and the perspective of the Minister, Deputy Donohoe, the food and supplements sector will get a fair hearing from the Department of Finance. When the proposal comes to the floor of this Chamber, it will be a matter for this Chamber to decide what to do in the next budget. The Deputy will have his opportunity to comment at that stage.

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