Joe O'Toole (Independent)

Somebody should explain to Government that imagery is important. It could have sent an extraordinarily strong message by supporting the Labour Party tonight. All-party consensus on a hugely important issue would have been demonstrated. Speaking as a former spokesman, I do not object to people smoking but this measure has to be put in place in relation to public places. I support fully the measure and request that members of the Cabinet support the Minister for Health and Children in this regard if it is not too much to ask.