Another procedural matter which has been considered by the Committee on Procedure and Privileges relates to the court proceedings involving Senator Higgins and Deputy Howlin. I am absolutely appalled that the Government does not consider it has a responsibility to the Houses of the Oireachtas to support both Members completely and fully in their attempts. There is a real need for them to be supported. A number of issues arise. There is an appalling editorial in this month' edition of Garda Review which attempts to compare the decisions of both Members with those of the gardaí involved in the Abbeylara case. It behoves every one of us to make it clear that Senator Higgins and Deputy Howlin have nothing to hide. They are taking a totally disinterested position to protect the operation of the Houses of the Oireachtas and there must be no negative impact on them if they must comply. There is a complete and utter difference in this instance. They are not protecting themselves or any aspect of their work. They are simply protecting the operation of the Houses of the Oireachtas which is the reason the Committee on Procedure and Privileges of both Houses took a stand on the issue.