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‹ An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business

Procedure on points of information

Summary

A procedural exchange concerned whether Senator Gavan could take a point of information, with the Cathaoirleach stressing that such interruptions were not normal practice.

Will the Deputy Leader take a point of information?

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Of course, yes.

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Mark Daly An Cathaoirleach

No, not at this stage.

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She said she would.

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I will be guided by the Chair as to what is appropriate.

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Mark Daly An Cathaoirleach

Is it a point of order?

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No, I asked if she will take a point of information.

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Mark Daly An Cathaoirleach

There is no such thing as a point of information in the Standing Order but, perhaps, the Deputy Leader is willing. It is up to her; she is in possession.

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I anticipate that it is with regard to my comments around Cuba.

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No, it is with regard to Eir.

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As opposed to an ideological conversation?

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Mark Daly An Cathaoirleach

I wish to point out that this is not normal procedure.

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Given that it is so close to Christmas.

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I thank the Deputy Leader.

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Mark Daly An Cathaoirleach

Members have an opportunity to raise issues during their contributions. This will not be a general practice.

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