Derek McDowell (Labour)

—— that we know what is happening and that everything is up front. If it is necessary to make difficult or unpleasant decisions we should at least know what has been agreed in our name by our sovereign Government. We owe a debt of gratitude to the Tánaiste for making it clear that it is not just the issue of photographs that is outstanding. I urge the Leader to speak to the Taoiseach, in particular on the issue of Seanad reform and to inquire of him what, if anything, has been agreed in regard to that issue. There is a good tradition of appointing members of both communities in Northern Ireland to this House and it is right that should continue.