Margaret Cox (Fianna Fail)

Senators have requested a discussion on the Irish language related aspects of the County Galway development plan. When discussing the Irish language, we should remember that it is important to include people rather than to exclude them. Various people in this House may have an opportunity to debate the matter, but I hope they also make submissions in relation to it. We cannot forbid people in one part of a county from living in another area. If we have the opportunity to discuss this subject, it is important that we separate emotions from the central issues of equality and access for those in Galway city who may wish to live in the Gaeltacht areas. We cannot allow divisions to continue.