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Santa Claus

Early day motion 225, tabled 18 December 2023 by Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party). Signed by 17 members.

That this House notes that an annual statement is read out in the Dail to welcome Santa Claus into Irish air space; further notes that the Civil Aviation Authority does not make a similar gesture; recognises the importance of Santa Claus to children; and calls on the Government to acknowledge the contribution of the idea of Santa Claus to Christmas.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 14, Alliance 1, DUP 1, Independent 1.