Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Yes. It took place in March. Although the 150 women were not threatening, they were being beaten to the ground with batons by the police. It showed an appalling lack of regard for people's civil rights. While Turkey is keen to join the EU, it has much to learn. This issue should be considered during the debate that will take place when the Irish MEPs are in the House. I will speak about the matter on that occasion.

Senator O'Toole discussed the problems being encountered by Dr. Marie Cassidy. I will telephone the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform after I leave the Chamber.

The Senator also talked about the waste management debate. It is clear from his comments about the demonstrations in Dong Yang in China that he was busy on the Internet overnight. The demonstrations have been hidden from the international community because China does not like any bad news about anything to emerge.