Whether we are dealing with the Clerk or Cathaoirleach of the Seanad, the same fundamental argument applies, namely, the status and legal and constitutional position of Seanad Éireann. Articles 18 to 25 of the Constitution deal specifically with the Seanad. We have a bicameral system which involves a two House Legislature. One cannot function without the other. There is an inter-dependence between the two in that laws and Bills cannot pass without the joint co-operative efforts of both Houses. On the other hand there is also a clear independence, whereby this House stands on its own two feet. We have a different electoral system with 49 Members comprising representatives from five vocational panels and 11 comprising representatives from two university panels. We have different procedures and Standing Orders which, in some cases, are vastly different. For example, one of the refreshing things about this House is the Order of Business, during which in the Lower House one is strictly confined to asking questions about promised legislation. In this House we have a refreshing experience where one may raise matters of topical interest provided one calls for a debate. I need hardly mention that we also have different pay scales.