Kathleen O'Meara (Labour)

I too wish to add my voice to the comments condemning the atrocity in Madrid. Will the Leader seek from the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment early clarification on the issue of the European working time directive, specifically in terms of how it applies to junior doctors? Will she also inquire from the Minister of Health and Children about the state of negotiations with the IMO and junior doctors? This matter relates not only to such doctors but also to hospitals throughout the country and the patients who use them.

I support the amendment to the Order of Business proposed by Senator Ryan.