Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Senator Dardis called for a debate on the Convention on the Future of Europe prior to the signing of the final report. We have agreed to hold such a debate. The Senator also referred to the Garda Commissioner designate, Mr. Noel Conroy.

Senator Bannon called for a review of the planning process and the enforcement of planning regulations. I understand the Senator will be in the House when the Minister for the Environment and Local Government, Deputy Cullen, comes in briefly to take Report and Final Stages of the Local Government Bill 2003. Perhaps this will afford him an opportunity to raise the topic.