Labhrás Ó Murchú (Fianna Fail)

I join Senator Brian Hayes in welcoming the GAA report on alcohol in sport. It is a very responsible document and sets a guideline for other groups in society. Anti-social behaviour is not generally associated with sport in the GAA compared to international events, of which we are all quite critical.

Senators Hayes and O'Toole have made important points on sponsorship. Many organisations rely on sponsorship to develop their programmes. If there is any suggestion that sponsorship might be sidelined through legislation the debate should be broadened because many community organisations would suffer. The document to which Senator Hayes referred would provide an opportunity for a debate in the House. Perhaps the Deputy Leader would consider having one during the next session.