International Protection Bill 2026: Report and Final Stages
Seanad Éireann — 2026-03-25
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Jim O'Callaghan (FF), Dublin Bay South

In fairness to the Senator, it is an accurate definition and description of the common travel area but since the term does not exist in the Bill at present, it does not make sense to include it. Obviously if Senator McDowell's subsequent amendments were accepted there would be a purpose to including it, but I regret to announce I will not be supporting those other amendments and so I have to oppose this amendment.

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Sitting date: 2026-03-25