Rory Kiely (Fianna Fail)
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I have notice from Senator Norris regarding a motion he wishes to raise under Standing Order 29. I call Senator Norris to give notice of the motion before I give my ruling.

David Norris (Independent)
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I ask that the House be adjourned to take an immediate debate on the subject of war with Iraq, which I believe to be imminent and a matter of grave urgency for this country.

Rory Kiely (Fianna Fail)
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I have given careful consideration to the matter raised by the Senator which I do not consider to be one contemplated by Standing Order 29. I regret, therefore, that I have had to rule it out of order.

David Norris (Independent)
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If the growing threat of illegal war against Iraq—

Rory Kiely (Fianna Fail)
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The Senator may not debate—

David Norris (Independent)
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—in which this country is implicated through the use of Shannon Airport is not contemplated by the Standing Order, it shows that the entire matter is nothing but a parliamentary farce.

Rory Kiely (Fianna Fail)
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The Senator may not debate the matter further now. He should resume his seat.

David Norris (Independent)
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The current position is a ludicrous farce.