Frank Feighan (Fine Gael)

I join Senator Norris in calling for extra resources to tackle the so-called crack epidemic. If we fail to tackle it, we will be open to the situation which developed in New York some years ago when it reached epidemic proportions. It was only when the users moved to a softer drug that the level of violent crime was reduced.

My main reason for speaking relates to the Special Olympics. I join other Senators in paying tribute to the volunteers and all those who joined in creating a great sense of belief and well-being. I compliment the Croke Park authorities, especially Mr. Seán Kelly, the new president of the GAA, who has shown a very progressive and open approach. I call on the Minister concerned, or perhaps even the Taoiseach, to come to this House and, on the back of this very successful campaign, outline plans for a bid for the Olympic Games in 2016. I believe this city and country are capable of this. With a confident approach, we can make a very successful bid.

(Interruptions).