Camillus Glynn (Fianna Fail)

I did not think the Senator would take the bait so soon. Senator Henry made a comment, which I partly support. It pertained to the elderly in the community. When I was a gossoon, which was a while ago, great attention was given to the care of the elderly. People looked after their elderly father or mother, their uncle or aunt at home. Now the principle of honouring father and mother, that well learned commandment of olden times, is no longer pertinent to everyday life. The moment ill-health presents, elderly people are put into the local geriatric hospital so that the health board can look after them. I am honoured to know many elderly people, the founding fathers and mothers of this State who built it up. If they want to live in rural communities they are entitled to do so and to be supported and provided with services.