Sheila Terry (Fine Gael)

I support the comments by Senators Brian Hayes and Ryan on the way the Order of Business is being dealt with this week, especially the proposals for dealing with the Intoxicating Liquor Bill. I am the Fine Gael Party's spokesperson on this very important legislation, for which we have called on many occasions. However, the Bill is being rushed through the House and will not get the time and attention it deserves from all Senators. I ask the Leader to use her influence with the Minister to ensure it is dealt with in a proper manner. This will entail giving us the time to deal with it. Senator Tuffy and I, and other Senators, will be in the House until 6 p.m., yet we will be required to submit amendments for Committee Stage, scheduled to be taken tomorrow. It is unacceptable that we should be put under such pressure. I ask the Leader to see what can be done.