Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Yesterday Senator Coghlan agreed with the disbandment of Dúchas. Opposition Members are allowed to have their differences.

Senator Feighan returned to his constant theme and he is right. He is looking for decentralisation, I expect to Boyle. Senator Leyden constantly seeks this also. I take his point and we will seek to have the Minister of State, Deputy Parlon, to come to the House to discuss the matter. We will try to get the Minister of State but the list is growing.

The back-to-education allowance was raised by several Senators. I note a letter from the Minister, Deputy Coughlan, which, at least, gives alleviation to postgraduate students.