Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael)

I will only unilaterally agree on behalf of the Government but it is a very sensible suggestion. This is certainly not a new area but it is a relatively new area that Members in this House, people in local authorities, citizens and people new to our country are all trying to grapple and engage with. I am not seeking to be divisive here but the debate should not be hijacked by anybody nor should anybody be shouted down. There should be an opportunity to really look at this. How we involve our citizens in this discussion is something I have been grappling with too. I will take away the Deputy's suggestion and I will consider with Government colleagues and come back to him. It is made in a constructive and helpful way and I appreciate it.

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