Frank Feighan (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

We have the marching season during which bonfires are lit. We have the Irish flag and effigies of politicians being burned. We need to show respect for anthems and flags. Similarly, at the end of March, we see Union Jacks and poppy flags being burned. We have to ensure we provide a space for anybody - church, civil or political leaders - who is prepared to stand up and apologise for unacceptable behaviours. I commend Mickey Harte because he is able to apologise if he believes he has offended somebody, but we need to do that on all sides.That is what we are here to do. I will not refer to a mob mentality but we should commend people who are prepared to stand up and be counted.