Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Perhaps I might thank Senator Brian Hayes, the Leader of the Opposition, who proposed at 10.30 a.m. this morning, at very short notice, that we substitute this motion for the Fine Gael motion. Second, I thank the Minister of State. It is very rare that one secures the attendance of a Minister of State so quickly. His private secretary and office showed great readiness when our office contacted them.