Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

It is verbal disruption. However, the survey showed that it is a serious matter. It is a reflection of society and is not the fault of the Minister for Education and Science.

Senator Moylan called for a complete review of the law on firearms. I accept that he has knowledge on that matter. Senator Cummins asked about the designated traffic corps and the additional 2,000 gardaí. I hope there will be news on the second matter. Apparently there were legal difficulties with the extension of powers to the proposed traffic corps.

Senator Fitzgerald said the role of guidance counsellors should be amplified and used to its full extent. He also supported the point raised by Senator Quinn. I wonder to whom the issue of a telephone lottery would be addressed? Perhaps we can discuss the matter later.

Senator Bradford sought a debate on Northern Ireland and referred to the truth and reconciliation commission in South Africa. I recently heard the UK Prime Minister speak on this issue and perhaps we should also consider it. I am aware the previous Taoiseach also spoke on the issue. It is a fine concept but, at the end of the day, people want to see justice being done. We could then perhaps move into the area of truth and reconciliation.