Kathleen O'Meara (Labour)

I also wish to be associated with the expressions of sympathy to the families of those who died in yesterday's tragic accident. At present we do not know what caused the accident but when we find out, it would be useful to debate the safety of public transport, including school transport. We should not rush to recommendations at this early stage but should concentrate on supporting all of those who have been affected by the dreadful tragedy in County Meath.

Will the Leader arrange a debate on the taxation system? I commend RTE on last night's edition of "Prime Time". It was public service broadcasting at its best that investigated and highlighted an aspect of public life and administration that must be examined. Members of the Oireachtas must debate the inequity of our taxation system and the continuing existence of a golden circle.

Will the Leader advise when the Minister for Health and Children will come to address the House, especially with regard to the capital programme for hospitals, the business plan for the Health Service Executive and her ambitions for the recommendations contained in the Hanly report?