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Personal complaint and interruption

Summary

Senator Lawlor objected to what he described as a personal attack on him, and the Chair ruled that it was not a point of order. The exchange was procedural and defensive rather than a new policy matter.

On a point of order, that is a very personal attack on a new, incoming Senator who has only just arrived and does not know the rules.

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Paul Coghlan An Leas-Chathaoirleach Fine Gael

I ask Senator Lawlor to resume his seat. That is not a point of order.

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I wish the Senator would withdraw those comments because I am very hurt and upset.

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Paul Coghlan An Leas-Chathaoirleach Fine Gael

Order, please. I want to hear Senator Craughwell without interruption.

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