Seanad debates

Wednesday, 29 February 2012

10:30 am

Photo of Darragh O'BrienDarragh O'Brien (Fianna Fail)

I would not dream of it.

I propose that when the text is ready we should have an early debate on it. The Leader will get the support of the Fianna Fáil Members to alter the business of the House at that time to ensure we deal with this speedily. I believe we will also have a role in the coming weeks as it should not be just one debate.

Finally, I previously raised the matter of ComReg proposing to fine An Post €11.9 million for apparently not meeting service level agreements on next day delivery. It is absolute insanity that a State regulator will fine a State company almost €12 million. The Leader gave a commitment that he would bring this to the attention of the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources. Has he received an update on it? I believe the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Deputy Brendan Howlin, has also raised concerns about it.

I would welcome a very early debate on the European referendum. There is no doubt whatsoever that my party will be actively campaigning for a "Yes" vote in that referendum.

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