Before calling Deputy McDonald, I welcome to the Distinguished Visitors Gallery the Canadian ambassador, H.E. Dennis King, who is on a scheduled visit. Although I spoke to him earlier this morning, I take a moment to convey from us all our heartfelt sympathy following the tragic incident that occurred yesterday in British Columbia. The ambassador should know that the victims, the injured, their families and the whole community of Tumbler Ridge are in our thoughts and prayers. I thank him for being with us.

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Thank you, Taoiseach. Time is up. Deputy McDonald to respond.

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I thank the Taoiseach. Time is up.

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Time is up. Before I move to Deputy Cairns, we can have robust debate but I ask all Members that the debate be respectful with a mindfulness towards our Gallery being full.

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The Deputy will be back in. The Taoiseach to respond.

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The Taoiseach to respond.

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Please, Deputy.

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On the topic of energy, I welcome, on behalf of Deputy Ken O'Flynn, the group of retired CIÉ workers who are in the Gallery. They are most welcome.

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