James Lawless (Kildare North, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Yes. I commend Deputy Smith for introducing the Bill. As an aside, the Ceann Comhairle has already referenced those watching from outside. It might be worth clarifying that though this Chamber is often sparse, many of us are watching diligently in our office, as I was five minutes ago when I saw this matter being raised by Deputy Smith. I made my way to the Chamber to speak on it. I was not aware the Bill was being debated, but it is useful for the public to be aware that many of us are doing our business diligently around the Houses and are monitoring from afar what is going on in the Chamber.

I have not had a chance to study the provisions in the Bill as to whether there is a criminal or a civil intent.

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