Michael Kitt (Fianna Fail)

I support the call for a debate on the abuse of alcohol which should not be confined to opening hours and closing times. It is a far bigger issue, and includes the question of advertising. The drinks industry has hijacked many of our sports events, including the club championships with which the Cathaoirleach will be familiar. There have been moves by successive Governments to tackle the tobacco advertising issue. A similar approach must be followed in relation to drinks advertising.