Mark Wall (Labour) | Oireachtas source

I support the condemnation of the threats issued last night. It is important that we all say that and voice our support for the workers in the Port of Larne. I also support Senator Ó Donnghaile's calls for continued meetings. It is an excellent idea. As has been mentioned by the Senator and other speakers, it is most important that that is continued over the coming weeks. I am glad there are problems with broadband in rural Derry as there are in rural Kildare. Unfortunately, it seems to be an all-isand issue. Perhaps it is something that we can discuss further as we continue to meet.

The question I wish to raise is probably more specific for Ms Sherrin, Ms Anderson and Mr. McGrath. It has also been touched upon by Senator Ó Donnghaile. It concerns the cross-border healthcare directive. It is important to many groups down south, including the Defence Forces, who have great relationships with hospitals in Belfast etc. Has there been any chat about that? I am hearing that our own Government is in talks with Northern Ireland in respect of continuing on that directive. I would be interested in hearing Mr. McGrath's interpretation of that issue. I thank the witnesses and hope they continue their good work.