Séamus Healy (Tipperary South, Independent)

A Cheann Comhairle, this motion of confidence is a cynical political manoeuvre. A motion of no confidence has not been lodged and we have seen no details of such a motion. This procedure is unprecedented in this House and has more to do with the presidential election on Friday week. The culture of broken promises - making promises and commitments in the full knowledge they will not be kept - is undermining trust and confidence in politics and politicians. This will have to stop or it will undermine the very fabric of society. Politicians will have to be accountable not just for their actions but for their promises as well. In the 2024 general election campaign, promises and commitments were made-----

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