Damien English (Meath West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

It is subject to the people.

Third, only with the approval of a majority of voters in a plebiscite, that is the people will have a choice and will decide on the proposal that both Houses of the Oireachtas could pass a resolution to privatise Irish Water or dispose of any share held by the Government.

That is the truth. People should bear that in mind. Members can advocate for a referendum if they like, but I would like people to say that by the way in law it cannot happen without a vote of the public.