Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)

It is an important piece of equipment for any politician during an election campaign. It sends out a high-pitched sound and can protect postal workers, politicians and political activists from dogs. It is a valuable piece of equipment, which all Members of the Oireachtas should seriously consider using. I understand that in the United States all postal staff are supplied with a dog dazer free of charge when undertaking their duties. I have raised these issues because the legislation concerns noise pollution and related issues of public safety.

Another issue that has arisen recently in my constituency, particularly around Clontarf, is the noise from jet-skis which emit a high-pitched buzzing sound. It is unacceptable that young children are awoken by such noise at 8 o'clock in the evening in residences on the Clontarf Road and surrounding areas. Questions of public safety also relate to these issues. These are not trivial matters and I urge action before they get out of control. The Green Party has been creative and radical and it is not the first time it has brought a sensible Bill before the House. This is well thought out legislation and I urge all Deputies to support the Green Party's Bill because it will be important in dealing with noise pollution.

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