As a Senator ten or more years ago I made the point that the Seanad should have a much stronger European focus. We may have a more knowledgeable base in regard to Europe but, given the dynamics of Europe and the legislation and directives emerging, we need that. There is no lack of real substantive issues with which the Seanad could deal. It is a narrow focus that says it is only based on what it exists on at present. That is important but there are great possibilities for the Seanad.