Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

I was surprised to hear my colleague, Senator Brian Hayes, mention that the House may not sit next week. I have not heard any reference to such an adjournment from the Leader, who is normally rather informative. I am surprised that I have not received a letter or any other form of communication to explain the matter. I look forward to hearing clarification of this subject from the Leader.

I wish to raise the proposal to create an office of environmental enforcement. There has been a slight growth in the number of offices enforcing various matters. Will the new office be established by means of new legislation or by way of a ministerial order under existing legislation?