Like others I would say it is not a reflection on the personage of the Clerk of the Dáil, but it is not to be expected that he should represent our interests. It does not happen in any other context or legislation. Neither does it happen in the Constitution and it is a bad precedent. I would ask Members on the other side of the House who have spoken so passionately on this to support their sentiments with their vote and let the Government know clearly where they stand. Let it not be a party matter. It should be regarded as pivotal to the standing of this House and its future.