I hope we will have an opportunity to debate this matter in more detail during the coming year, particularly if the Tánaiste can have the decision deferred. The making of such a decision is premature because the Irish people have not had an opportunity to discuss the ethical issues involved. The Constitution is particularly firm in respect of research in this area. Regardless of the benefits that could accrue, embryonic stem cell research on viable embryos is unethical. In the circumstances, on moral and ethical grounds, I request the Tánaiste to vote "No" when the proposal comes before the Council of Ministers at the end of the month.