Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

I am aware of that. Senator Norris raised the issue of asylum seekers and the issue of Guantanamo Bay. I am sure Senator Glynn suffered personal anguish this morning until he got in contact with his son in Madrid because one would immediately think of one's son or daughter being on that train. There must have been a series of bombs since the House began in session. Senator O'Meara spoke on the European working time directive. We will have to seek clarification on that from the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment. Senator Lydon spoke about pornography and later suggested that we should have a minute's silence for the victims of the atrocities in Madrid.

Senator Ulick Burke pointed out that there was a loophole with the on-line tax system. It seemed a great idea that one could sort out one's tax on-line but the Senator has identified a loophole and asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if it can be covered. Senator Terry spoke about citizenship rights and there should be time for a reasoned debate on the matter. Senator Bannon asked that a report on alcohol abuse be considered. Senator Coghlan spoke about health issues and Senator Browne referred to the fact that there was no ministerial order on local elections. The local elections are taking place on 11 June and everyone is geared up for them and wants them to take place. I do not wish to comment on the President. She has never been a matter for comment here.