Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

The teachers are unlikely to sue. I am sure this is a bit of a tall tale.

Senator Mooney made the sensible suggestion that the Department of Foreign Affairs should call for a UN debate. I understand that multilateralism is an objective of the Irish Presidency of the EU. Senator Mooney asked when legislation on a boundary commission would be brought forward. I do not know, but I will inquire.

Senator Ulick Burke raised the matter of the national car test which people are raising with politicians. While I am not aware whether the 44% to 60% is an official benchmark, I have been told that it is not enough for a car to pass the test, it must receive honours in marking terms. The Senator also referred to the new REP scheme about which no one seems to have any information. This year, €60 million was ear-marked for REPS III.