Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

That is fine.

Senator Terry raised the construction workers' pensions. I do not know why the protest is outside the office of the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform. I am perplexed about it. The issue, which was also raised by Senator Daly, of construction workers being left short of their proper pensions would surely be a matter for the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government, Deputy Cullen. I will take up the matter because it has been raised twice.

Senator Kenneally asked that the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources attend the House for a debate on fisheries. We have information on the new fisheries box and an important meeting on that issue is scheduled for December.

Senator Finucane approved of freeing the Garda of administrative duties, but he expressed concern about the possible closure of rural Garda stations. We will try to get the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform to attend the House to discuss that issue.

Senators Norris, O'Toole and Quinn noted that those who give bribes are as much at fault as those who take them. I do not know the legal position. The issues of people giving bribes and accepting bribes are never treated contemporaneously. This is a matter we should try to clear up.

Senator Norris also raised the matter of the construction workers' pensions, while Senator Ulick Burke brought up the matter of the back to education allowance and the extra time now necessary before a person qualifies for it. He asked about inviting the Minister for Social and Family Affairs, Deputy Coughlan, to the House. She was here the week before last.

Senator Quinn spoke about bribery and the NESF report on the policy implications of social capital. Senator Mooney also raised that issue. I have the report, which is excellent, and may be able to include the issue on the agenda next week.