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‹ Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Early School Leavers Programme. Addressing Members by their titles
Summary
Deputy Harte asked whether Members should be addressed by their titles rather than names. The Minister apologised if she had breached that convention, and the Chair then sought a reply to Question No. 17.
May I have the permission of the House to deal with Question No. 17 in the name of Deputy Harte?
Comment on this
Before the House leaves that question, may I mention something? I have noticed the Minister referring to Bertie Ahern and to Padraig Flynn. Is it not customary in the House to address Members of the House as Deputy or as Minister, or is there a departure from that procedure?
Comment on this
It certainly does not take from my affection and respect for my colleagues. Of course, if I have been guilty of a grave misdemeanour, I apologise.