John Minihan (Progressive Democrats)

I join previous speakers in seeking a debate on the issue of housing, land costs and the charges imposed by financial institutions with regard to mortgages and the transfer thereof. We could have a worthy debate on that matter and I urge the Leader to arrange it as soon as possible.

I also join previous speakers in welcoming the President of the United States to Ireland and his intervention in the peace process. Members should be careful, when referring to the office of President, to make a distinction in terms of their personal feelings about the current incumbent or any of his predecessors.