Joe O'Toole (Independent)

While important, Senator Mansergh's statement that the NRA is the largest employer of archaeologists and the second largest planter of trees is irrelevant in the context of this debate.

Senator Cummins recently asked me what was happening with regard to Woodstown, County Waterford, where a commitment has been given that certain archaeological finds would, to use the words of Senator Morrissey, be researched, excavated, recorded and archived. Given that this is not happening, I do not detect goodwill in this area. I appeal to the Cathaoirleach to ensure that members of the Fianna Fáil Party look after their heritage and support the motion.