Tim Lombard (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister for his response. I am not too pleased with many aspects of it. Clarity is the major issue I sought but did not receive today. I mentioned that we have heard the views of academics, politicians and executives. Perhaps it is about time that we asked the people for their views and there should be a plebiscite on this issue. What is the view of the Minister of State with respect to asking the people of Cork their opinion? Everybody else has had an opinion on this, except for the people. It is a major issue in Cork. It is the subject of major debate and the Minister of State has dealt with the issue. He has seen how things can run deep. Would the implementation body believe it is appropriate that a plebiscite be held on this issue?