Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Senator Bradford referred to the oil crisis. He is right. We must have a proper debate on what we can do, as oil prices will not go down. There is no doubt about that. They may go up or down a few cent but they will not go down to previous levels. I support Senator O'Toole's call for a general debate on that matter and on conservation.

Senator Coghlan supported Senator Mansergh. He need not fret that the position of Director of Consumer Affairs will be left idle for long. I am sure it will soon be filled. It is an estimable position and the woman who currently holds it is an estimable woman from Athlone.