I pay tribute to the former Leader of the House, Deputy Cassidy, whom I often teased. During his time as Leader, one third of Government legislation was introduced in the Seanad. The only people who failed to notice this development were the gentlemen and ladies of the press, who continue to write about the Seanad as it used to be. When major or minor legislation is being introduced in the Seanad, the initial debate takes place in this House. In a properly functioning society, legislation which changes the way the State deals with society or groups of people is always important. There is no such thing as unimportant legislation. If legislation is introduced in this House, it deserves to be noticed, talked about and reported. The public will not know about it if it is not reported.