Alice-Mary Higgins (Independent) | Oireachtas source

The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade has asked for time, having told us he is committed. I believe, as many believe, that he is committed to moving forward on this issue. That time is not indefinite. I understand the Minister has spoken to my colleague, Senator Black, who is leading on the Bill and has stressed that he needs some more time to pursue his diplomatic approach and to examine these issues more closely. He has given a commitment in writing that if the debate is adjourned today, the Government will facilitate the resumption of the debate before the summer recess in July.

Let me be clear, this debate will resume and there will be an opportunity to vote-----