James Browne (Wexford, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I am glad to speak in favour of the Government's motion of confidence. We are here because of the Labour Party's motion of no confidence. It is notable that only two Deputies were here for the start of the debate. That sends out a clear message as to whether this is serious or simple gamesmanship. It was a bizarre situation. One Deputy complained about the Taoiseach's speech, but he was not here for it. Another Deputy complained on Twitter that all of the Ministers turned up when he did not. That tells people all they need to know.

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