Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

One could think of a handy addendum to Senator Feeney's comment.

I will ring the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism following the Order of Business to inform him the matter was raised. That would be helpful. These women will play their guts out and will then be sent to a pub to watch the game. The GAA would not do that.

Senator Ulick Burke called for a debate on wind energy, which would be useful. I was surprised at the costs of starting up in the industry.

Senator Coghlan wants stone facing on all rural housing. We will see about that.

I take Senator Browne's point on one-off rural housing. One glove does not fit all. It is up to each local authority to interpret the guidelines. I do not believe in blanket guidelines for all local authorities but it will be one hell of a tussle to get county managers off their butts to implement them.

Senator Paddy Burke called for a debate on the insurance industry. Two weeks ago, we had an excellent debate on this issue and the Senator made a contribution. If one shops around, one will reduce the cost of one's insurance. For example, I got €200 off my insurance. I do not want to keep parading that but it happened because I made five telephone calls. I encourage all Members to do the same.

Senator Hanafin referred to the excellent renewal schemes provided through housing taxation.

I am sorry for being a little giddy.