David Norris (Independent)

I wish to comment on the Leader's statements. I think we all support the Leader in her struggles with Ministers. It is important that we make a stand as I have been in this House for nearly 20 years and cannot remember this sort of chopping and changing of dates. The Seanad used to meet at approximately the same time every week. It is difficult to have one's diary in order if our sitting days and times vary so much. I support Senator O'Rourke, who is a strong Leader. She referred to the issue whereby the Seanad meets at different times each day and each week. We will support the Leader if she seeks some kind of regularity.