Seanad debates
Wednesday, 9 October 2002
Order of Business.
I thank the Deputy Leader for his knowledgeable contribution on Northern Ireland, with which I concur. Tonight the Taoiseach and Prime Minister will hold talks in London, the outcome of which will be elucidated in the morning, but it will take days for that to filter through. It is a time of intense activity in Northern Ireland and each of us must carefully monitor what we say because of the sensitivities involved. The House has a reputation for its sensitivity on various matters and on Northern Ireland in particular. We all hope there is a satisfactory outcome and I hope we will have debate the issue next week. Senator Hayes sought such a debate tomorrow afternoon following the adddress by the President of the European Parliament, Pat Cox, but it would be prudent to schedule such a debate next week.
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