Brian Hayes (Fine Gael)

We agree with the Order of Business proposed by the Leader. The Nice treaty debate is an important matter. Many Senators on all sides of the Houses want to contribute to the debate and we support the proposal put by the Leader.

I ask the Leader to consider making time available tomorrow for a short debate concerning the issues that surround the national stadium project. As the Leader will be aware, the matter could not be discussed in the other House earlier this week. The Seanad should move to a progressive position where issues like this can be debated from time to time. I am seeking a concise debate tomorrow where a statement from the relevant Ministers in the House would give the country, the Seanad and the Oireachtas the latest position on this matter.