Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

The Order of Business today is Nos. 1, statements on crime, with the contributions of spokespersons not to exceed 15 minutes and all other Senators five minutes, to conclude not later than 1 p.m. and on which Members may share time; and No. 2, motion on Seanad reform (resumed). The Whips are to meet to discuss arrangements for No. 2 as they did not have time to do so this morning. The debate may or may not conclude today, but we should be able to work out a likely timetable when the Whips meet. Senator Higgins is currently in possession on this matter and has eight minutes left for his contribution. On this item, Members have 20 minutes each and may share time.