Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

However, there is a protocol. The Taoiseach is very happy to do it. Archbishop Diarmuid Martin, who has discussed it with the Pope, has said that once an indication is given that he wishes to come, it will happen. However, as Archbishop Martin explained, the full fruits would not come from it until the report by the three cardinals involved in the apostolic visitation is published, clarified and dealt with. We should not rush our fences on this one and should not try to embarrass the Holy See or anybody else. The Senators have gone somewhat off the wall in some of what they said.