Ruairí Ó Murchú (Louth, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Outside the DUP, all of us across this island want to see an Executive up and running and Michelle O'Neill as First Minister. I welcome what the Taoiseach said about a window of opportunity. We need to make sure that is not lost and there is no drift. I am interested in hearing how the Taoiseach found his recent conversations with the DUP and about the onus on the British Government, which, at times, has given cover for some of the actions taken by the DUP. In fairness, it is the British Government that is ultimately responsible for this entire set of circumstances, from Brexit onwards.

There is no support on the island of Ireland for the legacy Act. The Irish Government has a responsibility to take action. We will be talking about legal action. What is the position at this moment?

I will return to the issue of long-term planning. I welcome what the Taoiseach said earlier. Regarding the comparative studies, I assume we will be looking at a greater level of research and modelling into possibilities. We can carry out the due diligence that needs to be done before a referendum is called.

What about a citizens' assembly or some form of forum or fora that would involve as many people as possible to talk about the nature of Irish unity and what it could look like? This would involve every issue, from the economy to society and government, making space for all who live on the island of Ireland. We can definitely do a better job than has been done over many centuries with outside influences.

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