Fergal Browne (Fine Gael)

I support the amendment. It might be better to speak in terms of a blueprint or terms of reference for drawing up a plan rather than in terms of a business plan. When this Government took office it drew up a five-year plan. While the Minister made some valid points last night about our not getting too bogged down about business plans, the boards must have some idea of where they are going. People in business know what they are at every day. This House agrees its Order of Business every day when Senators are informed of the items due for discussion and the timeframes allowed for each debate. Fine Gael will be supporting the Labour Party amendment.