Paschal Mooney (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

That is unfortunate because there are many other things I want to say. Dr. Bernard Kelly's book, Returning Home, argues that the Emergency Powers (No. 362) Order 1945 was unnecessary in reality because, as they were without Defence Forces' discharge papers, those who had deserted could not get State jobs, which is a rather interesting historical twist. I am sorry I do not have more time to devote to this issue. I, again, commend the Minister's initiative in this regard. I know he has a personal feeling about these matters dating from that period. Although there are only 100 survivors left, at least it will bring some comfort not only to them and their families but also to the families of those who have not survived to this time. From that point of view, I overwhelmingly welcome this initiative and wish the Minister well.