Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

-----would be aware of a candidate having such a conviction and, of course, they would be requested to exercise their democratic right accordingly. I note the point the Senators have made and, as I said, we can return to it on Committee Stage.

I thank Senators for their valuable contributions. I have taken note of the issues raised and I look forward to the Committee Stage debate when we can resume on the points at issue.