Fergal Browne (Fine Gael)

I am not looking for a debate as such, but rather a statement to inform the House of the position regarding adoption. When one considers the huge number of orphanages in the world one realises there are thousands of children awaiting adoption. I do not understand why there should be a delay if demand in Ireland is as I understand it to be. It would be appropriate for the Minister responsible to make a statement on the matter.