David Norris (Independent) | Oireachtas source

It was, I think, a genuine error and I do not know where it came out of. In everything I said I made it clear I wanted the motion to be taken "immediately after the Order of Business", and it is on the record where I said that before the vote was taken. I had not, ever, said I wanted it after No. 2. I simply parroted what the Chair said and it is inexplicable where that came from. I have never known it to happen before. When one proposes a change to the Order of Business it is to take something immediately after the Order of Business. I shall leave it at that.I think it was unfortunate. I am not blaming anybody. I think it was just a question of confusion. I regret very much that it happened. I look forward to this evening's debate, which will be attended by Mrs. Lucia O'Farrell. It behoves all of us to be here to show respect to this family and to take part in the proceedings.