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Summary
Charles Flanagan said a proper debate later would be undermined if Members left, and Micheál Martin questioned whether his intervention was in order. The exchange remained procedural and unresolved.
He might not like it but it is a reality.
Comment on this
If we had a meaningful debate later on tonight, the Deputies will not be here for it. They will not be around and they will have gone home.
Comment on this
On a point of order, was the Minister's intervention in line with Standing Orders?
Comment on this
If we have a substantial debate on the issue, there will not be many of the Deputies at it.