David Norris (Independent) | Oireachtas source

Of course, a Chathaoirligh. Through the Chair, I would say that we had a very lyrical appeal about human rights from Sinn Féin but they are completely silent on the abuse of democracy in this House today by the use of the guillotine on the Judicial Appointments Commission Bill. This is all because of their tawdry little deal with the Government. I have to say Sinn Féin has fallen a long way from the times when, in their mistaken, stupid way, they were at least idealistic. Now they have joined the ranks of the other political parties.

I commend the leader of the Fianna Fáil Senators on what she said. She was 100% right in terms of democracy in this House.I hope she and Fianna Fáil will vote with us to end the guillotine. It is in the great tradition of Fianna Fáil in upholding this Republic and upholding freedom.