John Gerard Hanafin (Fianna Fail)

I also support calls for a debate on the proposed closure of railway lines. A debate on Iraq is also particularly important. Saddam Hussein has oppressed a religious and ethnic minority – the Kurds – in his own country. He has attacked two of his neighbours, Iran to the east and Kuwait to the south. He is possibly the most dangerous leader in the world. I note that he was given 100% support in the recent election. I ask that the House debate the issue of Iraq as a matter of urgency given that international matters are of concern to it.