Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)

I agree with Senator Bradford that this needs to be addressed. I have indicated already that we must know from where campaign groups with a particular view of such matters get their money. Equally, they must be accountable and transparent regarding a particular view they may wish to express about a particular matter.

I note in a later amendment Senator Mullen is down to €1 in order to declare, therefore, the lads at the church gate collection will be very busy with their pencil and paper.