Michael Moynihan (Cork North West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

One would want to have a degree to understand the technicalities of the Internet and so on. I have a couple of questions for the Minister in relation to Internet safety. The Minister will be aware of the committee's report in this area. One of the issues flagged during our discussions on this issue was that of international law in this area. Perhaps the Minister will say if issues such as cyber bullying and so on are on the table for discussion by the Council.

The Minister referred to the directive in relation to broadband, which is a major issue for parts of Ireland. Perhaps he would elaborate further on what is contained in that directive and on progress in relation to Internet governance. The committee when drawing up its report identified a gap in this area in the context of Irish law versus international law. Are there proposals at EU level to address this issue?