David Norris (Independent) | Oireachtas source

Yes.

I am not going to be stopped. If the Cathaoirleach wishes to throw me out, that is his prerogative. I invite him to do so. People will see what way things are going in the House if, after 77 amendments, I am thrown out of the House for telling the truth. I am making a comparison and defy the Chair to show me that this is not relevant to amendment No. 28. The Seanad is going to be extinguished on the specified date with the consent of the House because of the nincompoops. The most we cost is €8 million. Of €108 million, we cost €8 million and the Dáil, €41 million. They intend to save money, but it will actually cost money. As Senator Sean D. Barrett said, the cost of the referendum must be taken into account, including the cost of legal advice, and already one is up to €20 million to €25 million, whatever way they fudge it. However, they will not tell the people that, as they look for every digression. They all jumped on a few hasty words of mine. They want to avoid the truth, which they cannot bear. I have challenged the Taoiseach, since the beginning of June, to meet me on television to debate the matter and have yet to receive a reply.