David Norris (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Cathaoirleach. As a litigant myself with a case before the courts for five years, I feel strongly about it. However, I also remember moving, with the then Senator Ross, matters concerning political appointments and that probably is where he is coming from. In the light of both the Leader's reasonable approach and the indication by Senator McDowell, who is the instigator of this matter, that he is accepting it, it would be ridiculous of me to take a more extreme position. Consequently, I am happy to withdraw the amendment.