Jim Walsh (Fianna Fail)

GLEN is very professional. When talking about civil partnership, I ask for a full debate about gay marriage, which was raised in the House because of President Obama's comments. An interesting article in The Irish Times made a case opposing gay marriage by someone who is part of the gay community. I would like to see a debate on that and the ramifications for society and children.

Given the day that is in it, we should acknowledge that on this day 38 years ago 34 of Ireland citizens were murdered in the Dublin and Monaghan bombings. After 38 years, our civil societies and successive Governments have failed to bring those responsible to justice. They have failed the victims by not pursuing as strongly as they should have with the neighbouring island in order to have the truth of what happened regarding the collusion involved in those atrocities brought to light so that at least the victims can get some element of closure. They all have our sympathy on the day that is in it.