Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Senator Mooney referred to the growing intolerance at international matches and asked when the Minister should come here to discuss it. Senator Mooney said that the sports media did not appear to have any view but I did catch Des Cahill on "Morning Ireland" saying something in passing about the disgraceful nature of this behaviour.

Senator McCarthy attempted to raise the matter of what happened at a committee but we will not talk about that. I understand his point. Senator Norris made a powerful remark at that meeting. Senator McCarthy also raised the matter of the abbreviated debate on the Intoxicating Liquor Bill, which is a very important Bill.

Senator Feighan condemned the ESB for closing its outlets and for its APR of 22.9%. We live in a different world now. Most areas have large shops selling all the required electrical goods, which would not have been available in or through other outlets many years ago. If he wishes to make his complaint I will pass it on.

Senator Ulick Burke wants to invite the Minister for Agriculture and Food to discuss the conclusion of the CAP reforms. I have put in for this. When the matter has concluded it would be useful to have a debate but not before then.