Rory Kiely (Fianna Fail)
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I understand an amendment has already been proposed to the Order of Business. Is that correct?

Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)
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Yes, when the Leas-Chathaoirleach was in the Chair. I thank the Minister of State and his officials for coming to the House. The leaders met this morning and it was proposed that 30 minutes should be allocated for statements on Northern Ireland, but the time required will be 30 to 35 minutes because Senators Maurice Hayes and Mansergh and the four leaders wish to contribute.

Rory Kiely (Fianna Fail)
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There are five leaders.

Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)
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Yes, the five leaders wish to contribute as well as one Independent and Senator Mansergh because of his expertise. That will require a time allocation of 35 minutes.

Rory Kiely (Fianna Fail)
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We will conclude the statements at 6.10 p.m.

Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)
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That time will be taken from Private Members' time.

Rory Kiely (Fianna Fail)
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Is that agreed?

Brian Hayes (Fine Gael)
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It is agreed.

Rory Kiely (Fianna Fail)
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Each speaker will have five minutes to make his or her contribution.