Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

This January saw the second anniversary of the document, A Vision for Change, which was to be the charter for mental health services. No money was allocated for this programme in 2008. When will the mental health (amendment) Bill, which is No. 56 on the legislative programme, be brought before the House? Its publication is expected in 2009. If the implementation of the document A Vision for Change is not being resourced, we will face serious problems.

I am pleased the Taoiseach launched a broadside yesterday regarding the referendum on the Lisbon treaty. I am glad he is urging all his members to stay inside the tent first of all and then to go out and campaign strongly for a "Yes" vote. In that context, is it proposed to have a discussion in the House to allow for an outline of the full range of what is on offer in terms of the trade agreement at the World Trade Organisation talks? I understand this is available in the Department. There is serious angst within the agri-sector in respect of the Government's right to use a veto at the conclusion of the World Trade Organisation talks if they are concluded, notwithstanding any intervention from the United States. I ask for the Taoiseach's comments because it is an issue out there on the hustings as he will become aware shortly.

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