Carl J. Haughton (Independent)

candidate Dáil election

Hi ,

I don´t believe the National Election would be declared null and void by a protest vote. In the PR system the number of valid votes is considered to decide on the "Quota". I suppose if every vote was spoiled then technically there would be no quota leading to the necessity of a new vote.

The vote in one or more constituencies could be declared void if there was illegal voting practices discovered or something along those lines.

Best regards,

Carl

Hi ,

By way of a general answer, prostitution is the oldest profession in the world. To what extent it is criminalised or to what extent it is legalised will not change the fact that prostitution will continue in the future whether we like it or not.

The real question in my view is what measures can be taken to ensure that those who are vulnerable are protected? There is a strong argument to suggest that legalising prostitution may help protect the vulnerable and there is also a strong argument to suggest that introducing tougher criminal measures may help.

If elected, I would support the next government in respect of any decision made on this subject provided they had debated the issue in conjunction with the various organisations who dedicate themselves to assisting those who are vulnerable.

Best Regards,

Carl