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Dáil
‹ Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers.

Maastricht Protocol question disallowance

Summary

Higgins cites another disallowed question, on the political implications of the Maastricht Treaty Protocol. The Ceann Comhairle rules it out of order and agrees Higgins may consult his office.

I am grateful for the opportunity to consult your office and I shall certainly do so, but you disallowed another question relating——

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Seán Treacy An Ceann Comhairle Independent

This is not in order.

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It related to the political implications of the Protocol of the Maastricht Treaty.

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Seán Treacy An Ceann Comhairle Independent

It is not in order to raise these matters in the House. Regretfully, the Chair has to disallow large numbers of questions. I prefer to approve of questions rather than disapprove. My rulings may not be challenged in his fashion in the House. It is not in order.

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Can I go to your office later to discuss this?

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Seán Treacy An Ceann Comhairle Independent

Certainly.

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