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

I thank Deputy Connolly. That concludes the first part of this debate. At the outset, I asked Members to stay within certain parameters. Some Members may have pushed towards the boundaries, but I accept that Deputies have respected the request I made. Deputy Griffin wishes to advise me that he does not think that is the case. I am very grateful to get the Deputy's advice from time to time. What I think we have heard are some severe political charges. I do not know if they are necessarily helpful, but so be it.

As we move on to the questioning process, I ask Members to have respect for the parameters within which we must operate. We must also stick rigidly to the five-minute time limit. It would also be helpful if Deputies were to indicate whether they intend to have back and forth questions with the Minister or if they intend to group several questions and then leave the Minister time at the end to respond.

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