Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

I have had many adventures in my life, none of which occurred at an airport.

I understand the point made about social worker numbers in the eastern region. It is important that young, vulnerable children are individually assessed and can meet with a social worker to whom they can relate.

Senator Hanafin asked for a debate on the National Treasury Management Agency, which I will arrange. Senator Norris raised matters relating to the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform, prisons and crime. He also asked if legislation exists regarding exotic pets and birds. I will inquire about that matter for the Senator.

Senator Glynn spoke about the recruitment of social workers and suggested that career guidance teachers should provide advice to and influence young people to take up those positions. It is interesting that the OECD report rated us tops in Europe for career guidance. That is good news. We have a former career guidance teacher in our midst.