David Cullinane (Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

This is not just a matter for the Whips. It is the prerogative of the Minister to decide to hold the debate. The Whips' job is to decide the timing of the debate and when it should happen. I am asking the Minister to give a commitment as Minister, to hold a debate on this issue. The Whips can then work out all of the rest.

What exactly is a violation of human rights? The Minister rightly articulated the principle on human rights that is included in the agreement but that does not respond to the question I asked. I am aware it is customary to give a scripted speech in response but on the next occasion the Minister might be able to shed some light on. If ten trade unionists were killed, would that constitute a violation of human rights and would it cause the agreement to be suspended? What exactly would constitute a breach and how would the mechanism be trigged and work effectively?