David Norris (Independent)

I am asking a question which is a little long-winded. It was indicated on the airwaves that an amendment to the legislation might be required. It is appropriate that this be done in this House because, whereas nothing criminal has been done and one cannot do other than admire his entrepreneurial ingenuity, it seems Mr. O'Leary puts his own transport requirements way above those of other citizens, which is not appropriate in a republic.

I agree with Senator Ryan that it would be useful for us to continue to monitor the situation regarding Iraq, in particular because it would provide us with an opportunity for a bit of a gloat at the action of the Turkish Parliament in which the members were described as standing up jubilantly, all except the Finance Minister, Mr. Ali Baba, who sat with his head in his hands as he watched the bribes disappearing down the tube.