Seán Ó Fearghaíl (Kildare South, Ceann Comhairle) | Oireachtas source

Before proceeding to Private Members' business and the Sinn Féin motion, I have been asked by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Deputy Cowen, if he may make a personal explanation to the House. In accordance with Standing Order 56, I have decided to permit a personal explanation from the Minister and the floor is his.

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