David Cullinane (Sinn Fein)

It never ceases to amaze me that some people do not understand the concept of debating. We are having a discussion on an amendment that has been tabled and Standing Orders allow us to engage on it. I can make a point; the Minister can respond; someone else can contribute, and we can thrash out all of the issues involved. That someone does not like the argument being made does not mean the argument should not take place.

I will conclude on a positive note. I acknowledge that the Minister has offered clarification. If a former political prisoner released under the terms of the Good Friday Agreement applies for a licence, will he or she be granted one?