Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Senator Jim Walsh raised the important matter of insurance liability and the need for a debate on it. He asked if legislation was proposed for the sector. I do not know but the debate is important and necessary. I will ask the Tánaiste if it will be possible to include it in the debate on competition which Senator O'Toole sought and which she will attend.

Senator Finucane agreed with Senator Brian Hayes and raised the issue of the National Safety Council and the letter from the Garda Commissioner concerning speeding by Ministers. One should not speed no matter what one's position, a matter on which we would almost all be of one mind. I was surprised by the letter.

Senator Henry raised the issue of a children's ombudsman. I did not know the President was to appoint him or her. The Senator must have obtained wrong information from the Department of Health and Children.