Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

It is important that, in response to what Senators said, and, indeed, to ensure clarity, that the amendment in the form of the constitutional saver is essential to underscore and clarify, particularly in the context of certain misrepresentations that were made here during the debate, the independence of the Government in respect of its recommendations for nominations to the President. That is what we are doing with this amendment and I am pleased to record the universal support of Senators for that. I thank Senators for agreeing with me.