Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

I commend Senator McCarthy on a very fine speech. I should point out that it was agreed that if the number of Senators wishing to speak in the debate exceeds the time allowed, we will revisit the issue at a later date. In those circumstances, the Minister will not conclude today and will return to the House for a resumed debate, if necessary. That situation may not arise, but I will attend to the debate as it proceeds and will return to the House later.