Senator Hanafin joined in the call for a debate on the Middle East and also expressed pride in Senator Mansergh's work in relation to the Northern Ireland peace process. Senator Bannon called for a debate on crime and the situation in relation to Garda stations. He also praised his party leader. Senator Minihan suggested there is a need for two debates, one on the situation involving Palestine and Israel and another on the wider Middle East situation. I agree with the Senator in that regard. The requests have been submitted and I anticipate a positive response.