John Paul Phelan (Fine Gael)

Senator Tuffy raised concerns about media reports of cash crises in third level colleges at the end of this year and looking ahead into next year. It is an important issue and we should debate it in this House.

In light of the increases announced after the budget, motorists comprise a sector of society that is coming under increasing pressure. We should have statements in this House on how motorists are being used as soft targets by the Minister for Finance.