Anything that can be done must be done so that these jobs can be saved.

'Calls have been made for more investment into services'

'This government mismanagement is creating real division in Irish society'

It's a shameful indictment' on previous governments that it has taken nearly 12 years to get to this point in the investigation.

We need to work towards a different system of farming that rewards farmers for food production, improving water quality and protecting nature.

'The measure is being backed by three Fine Gael Junior Ministers'

We should be proud of our military neutrality, it is not a weakness or a failing.

I think these conversations are really important now.