Barry Cowen (Offaly, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

We cannot ignore the precedents and their potential impacts. For those reasons we will be supporting the amendments as they are laid before the House today. I make no apologies for that. I respect and appreciate the input of others on this issue, and accept their bona fides and commitment. I am merely outlining our response to the amendments before us and the assurances that have been sought and given. We will vote accordingly, as is our right.

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