We are now in public session. Apologies have been received from Deputy Ó Broin who is being substituted by Deputy Cullinane, Senator Grace O'Sullivan who is substituted by Senator Ruane, Senator Coffey who is being substituted by Senator Richmond, and Deputy Willie O'Dea. I also note that Deputy Barry is substituting for Deputy Paul Murphy.
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