Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Senator Coghlan spoke about planning matters. Senator Feeney discussed the sad outcome of the case of a 15 year old boy, for whom a suitable place could not be found.

Senator McHugh expressed concern about the high intake of alcohol among Irish teenagers. He mentioned the North West Alcohol Forum, which is seeking funding for a five-year pilot project. The forum includes members of the Donegal Youth Council. Perhaps I can meet the Senator after the Order of Business to discuss a possible way forward in that regard.