Ireland's neutrality, as has been said, is important. It is not alone important to us, but it is also important in terms of our role in the world. It may well be that the concept of neutrality has served its purpose, but I do not agree with that assessment. It is something of which we should be proud. In saying that, I do not wish to denigrate anyone who takes a different view. I have discussed the matter with Deputy John Bruton, in particular, who is behind the genesis of the Fine Gael paper. I fully respect and understand the objective in terms of contributing to a real debate on neutrality. Perhaps it is a good idea that we should have such a debate. However, I commend the Government amendment to the motion to the House.