Kathleen Lynch (Cork North Central, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I believe he will do so because he is very conscious of the issue. However, it needs to be framed in the context of freedom of expression and freedom to practice one's religion. I am very conscious that the Christian leaders who are met at private meetings are anxious that any efforts made on their behalf are done discreetly. We can only imagine the pressure they are under and the fear in which they live on a daily basis. We need to be conscious of their fears. I will convey the Senator's sentiments to the Tánaiste.