Martin Cullen (Waterford, Fianna Fail)

It would not be much of a deterrent. It would hardly be worth the effort and expense. The current system is fair, and people behave accordingly within the context of the system. Many Senators made the point that election brings responsibility. Unfortunately, people very often want to hear the good news but they do not want to stand up when difficult decisions are being made. I am not blaming anyone because it is human nature. The problem is that this could undermine decisions and delay the process.