David Norris (Independent) | Oireachtas source

They are not interested in it themselves. They want to save their money. They could not be bothered and do not think that there is anybody of sufficient talent within their own ranks. Perhaps they are right. Perhaps there is nobody of talent in these parties. They should not seek, however, to close off the nomination process from the ordinary people. I am delighted that the councillors are rebelling. I would like to incite this rebellion in the councillors. It is one of the most important powers they have.