Raising the Wexford fishermen incident
Power asked how quickly Byrne’s fishermen-safety matter could be raised; the Chair suggested the Adjournment and said he would consider when it could be discussed. Power criticised the handling and cited a precedent.
I have a special interest in the matter which Deputy H. Byrne has endeavoured to raise for two days and for which he has been removed from the House. For my information, will the Chair say how this matter can be raised as quickly as possible?
Comment on this
On the Adjournment. I will consider when it can be discussed and will communicate with Deputy Byrne and Deputy Power. Does the Deputy wish to raise the matter on the Adjournment?
Comment on this
I will discuss the matter with Deputy Byrne. There is a precedent for this in 1980 and I considered that because of that the matter would have been allowed to be discussed before now. I think the House is getting a little meaningless when a Deputy stands up twice, when he endeavours to raise a matter that is important to him and is met with the attitude Deputy Byrne encountered on both days.