Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)

The terms of the section are correct and appropriate. We should not get into our heads the notion that the Good Friday Agreement has been betrayed, traduced, minimised or cast aside. It is the agenda for the future and will be implemented. It is the only show in town. Its strength lies in the fact that both Governments are totally committed to it. I am glad that, notwithstanding the election results in Northern Ireland, it was a clear demonstration by 70% of the voters there that they support pro-Agreement parties.