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Dáil
‹ Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Death of Fr. Niall Molloy.

Allegations of judicial interference

Summary

Deputy Hyland raises allegations of interference with the Judiciary in the case, but the Ceann Comhairle rules the matter separate and the exchange ends without a substantive response.

In view of the unfair allegations made in the House in relation to interference with the Judiciary in the administration of justice in this case——

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Thomas J. Fitzpatrick An Ceann Comhairle Fine Gael

That is a separate question.

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It is relevant.

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Thomas J. Fitzpatrick An Ceann Comhairle Fine Gael

The Chair is in a difficult position here if he intends to hold the line. If I yield in one direction I will have to yield in another.

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Does the Chair not consider the question to be relevant?

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Thomas J. Fitzpatrick An Ceann Comhairle Fine Gael

It is a separate question.

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I respect the ruling of the Chair.

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