Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

I hope the commitment will be implemented in the short term. The programme for Government stated the gardaí would be recruited over the five-year term. The Minister remains committed to this and there will be movement shortly.

Senator Maurice Hayes referred to the visa system and highlighted his experience of the vetting of people in care.

Senator Norris raised motion No. 18 tabled by the Independent Members regarding the report of the transport committee, which recommended the construction of a metro system. That has always been the Senator's policy. He also referred to the visa policy. He asked me to inquire about the status of President Bush when he is here and I will do that.