James Browne (Wexford, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister. Obviously careful thought and planning of these events must take place. To this day, memories are still raw. The 2016 events were very well received in County Wexford and it is imperative the same sensitive note is forthcoming for upcoming events. Commemorations should take place and sensitivity should not be an excuse for avoidance. This is about our history, the birth of our nation and Ireland rightly taking its place among the independent nations of the world. I am somewhat surprised that Wexford County Council did not make a submission as it was very heavily involved in 1916 events. Perhaps it may have been an oversight on its part.

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