Diarmuid Wilson (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

-----come up with some very good ideas. When it comes up with good ideas, we do our best to facilitate them. In regard to Senator Swanick's Bill, an annual celebration of the anniversary of when we declared ourselves an independent Republic is an excellent proposal. We are not seeking to have that day classified as a bank holiday because that would place an extra burden on employers, who have to foot the bill for bank holidays. We are saying that it is an opportunity for schools and other institutions to celebrate an important part of our history. Regardless of where the idea comes from, if it is a good idea it should be followed.