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Debate on aviation policy

Summary

Deputy Buttimer asks the Whips to arrange a debate on national aviation policy, particularly Cork Airport. The Taoiseach agrees that a useful debate could take place after Christmas, amid brief political interjections and calls for order.

There is a proposal from Government to review national aviation policy. In the light of the proposal, is it possible for the Whips to arrange for a debate in the House on aviation policy, with particular emphasis on Cork Airport?

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Enda Kenny The Taoiseach Fine Gael

A Bill is not at issue but the House could have a useful debate on the matter sometime after Christmas.

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It is a bit late now.

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Seán Barrett An Ceann Comhairle Fine Gael

I call Deputy Ó Fearghaíl.

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That is Deputy Martin's legacy.

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No, it is not. Deputy Buttimer got stitched up by his own side.

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It is Deputy Martin's fault.

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Seán Barrett An Ceann Comhairle Fine Gael

Did Members not hear me; I called Deputy Ó Fearghaíl.

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Do you not realise, a Cheann Comhairle, it is a county council meeting?

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