Brendan Howlin (Wexford, Labour)

If I may, I want to ask two questions of the Tánaiste. On the proposed constitutional amendment on children's rights, a formulation of words was almost finalised prior to the general election. Does the Government intend to proceed with one or two questions by way of advancing and protecting the rights of children and when will we see proposals in that regard?

The Civil Unions Bill 2006 was deemed to have passed Second Stage during the summer recess. The Tánaiste may recall that a vote was taken in the House to defer its passage for a period of time. Does the Government intend to process the Bill through committee and if so, will it be done during this session?

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