Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

My apologies, a hostel. I agree with the Senator on that point and believe that the argument relating to the ethos of the Mater Hospital is nonsensical. If women need a cancer drug, which may help them, surely it is a very small requirement that it not be given to them during a period of pregnancy, which is where the contraceptive drug would come into play. Apparently the hospital is not allowing the proposed cancer drug trial to take place. I cannot understand this. The hospital is in receipt of large amounts of State money for refurbishments and rebuilding. It is a nonsensical situation in this day and age. I believe the women are also being asked to promise not to engage in sex, which is equally nonsensical.

Senator Tom Morrissey raised concerns regarding charges for the Dublin Port tunnel. He pointed out that 4.65 m will be the maximum height of the tunnel and traffic congestion will worsen. His points are fair but as he is the transport spokesman for his party, I am sure he will raise his concerns with his party leader, who is at the Cabinet table.