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Seanad
‹ Order of Business (Resumed)

Time for pregnancy legislation debate

Summary

Senator Quinn proposes increasing speaking time on the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Bill from ten to 20 minutes, and the Chair clarifies the proposal.

While I am expecting him to come into the Chamber, I propose that Members do not accept a ten-minute limit should take place on the debate on the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Bill. I imagine Senator Mullen has the same intention and will second that motion.

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Paddy Burke An Cathaoirleach Fine Gael

Is the Senator making a proposal?

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I propose an amendment to the Order of Business that Members not limit themselves to ten minutes each with regard to the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Bill.

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Paddy Burke An Cathaoirleach Fine Gael

Is the Senator suggesting the time should be unlimited or does he have an alternative time in mind?

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I suggest a limit of 20 minutes.

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Paddy Burke An Cathaoirleach Fine Gael

Very well.

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