Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Senator Brian Hayes correctly made suggestions about filling the time. The leaders should meet outside for a few minutes to try to reach a formulation. I was genuinely surprised at the swift passage of the Arts Bill through the House. That caught us off guard because we thought it would take longer, based on the experience in the other House. However, as Senator O'Meara said, that may be a good thing because it may mean it has been refined. Many Members wish to speak in the debate on health. Perhaps we could extend the time for that. However, it depends on Ministers being available.