Robert Troy (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

The blue flashing light is not there for cosmetic reasons. It is to ensure that those responding to an emergency service can do so in a timely and efficient manner. I hoped that the Minister, Deputy Ross, would be here to take the questions but he never seems to be here for Questions on Promised Legislation. The decision to restrict first line responders from using blue lights shows the Government's complete disrespect for the volunteers who provide an invaluable service.

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