David Norris (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I support the point made by Senators McDowell and Black regarding Israel. It is perfectly obvious that the policy of the Israeli Government is to drive the Palestinians into the sea. This is a covert policy. Any attempt to propose or promote the gentleman who came second - the former Israeli general - as some kind of liberal is madness. He was in charge of the appalling onslaught on Gaza. I completely support my colleagues.

I do not agree with the Order of Business and am proposing an amendment, namely, that we do not take No. 1, the Judicial Appointments Commission Bill, before 3 p.m. and instead, take No. 15, statements on communications, climate action and the environment.