Seanad Wednesday 17 April 2019 at 11:30

Personal exchanges and Defence Forces

Summary

A row broke out between Senators Norris and McFadden over his remarks. Once order was restored, McFadden raised Defence Forces concerns and, in particular, the future of the air ambulance at Custume Barracks.

Gabrielle McFadden Fine Gael

It is hard to come after the comedian who went before Senator Black.

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David P.B. Norris Senator David Norris Independent

I am sure Madame Defarge will do very well with her knitting.

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Denis O'Donovan An Cathaoirleach Fianna Fáil

Senator Norris, please.

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Gabrielle McFadden Fine Gael

I have to say to Senator Norris, that is very condescending and I do not like that tone. I would prefer as-----

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David P.B. Norris Senator David Norris Independent

She called me a clown.

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Gabrielle McFadden Fine Gael

I did not call him a clown. I feel as a politician who is equal to him that he should not have said that.

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Denis O'Donovan An Cathaoirleach Fianna Fáil

Senator Norris should reflect on that ad lib.

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Jerry Buttimer Fine Gael

As the father of the House he should withdraw that remark.

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David P.B. Norris Senator David Norris Independent

Should I?

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Denis O'Donovan An Cathaoirleach Fianna Fáil

I am sure he will reflect on it. Allow Senator McFadden to continue.

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