Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Senator Finucane raised the issues concerning the fishing industry. It is hoped the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources will come to the House next week to debate the Fisheries (Amendment) Bill. I hope the debate can be extended to include statements and questions on the fishing industry.

My colleague, Senator Dardis, has informed me that the EU Agriculture and Fisheries Commissioner, Mr. Fischler, appeared before the Oireachtas Joint Committee on European Affairs yesterday and he was left in no doubt as to how the committee, which represents the people, felt about his far-reaching proposals. I am glad he was exposed to the criticism, rather than the Minister.

Senator Leyden raised the issue of Iraq, about which he feels passionately, and perhaps the Minister for Foreign Affairs can be persuaded to attend the House to discuss it.

Senator Feighan mentioned that supervisors in community colleges have not been paid and I am dismayed that is the case. It would be useful if the Senator tabled a motion on the Adjournment on this issue for the Cathaoirleach's consideration. It is a precise issue, to which there must be an answer because supervisors fit the bearna baoil and they are entitled to their pay.

I contacted the office of the Minister for Arts, Tourism and Sport last week regarding the Special Olympics, on which Senator Phelan sought clarification, and I will do likewise this week regarding a proper home for the Community Games.

Senator Browne referred to the adoption laws. It is good to know he is looking after himself by going to his hairdresser. I fully approve of people looking after themselves.