Brian Hayes (Fine Gael)

My point of order relates to Standing Order 31. A ruling was given by the Leas-Chathaoirleach that no limitation is placed on the length of time a member of the Government can address the Seanad during Private Members' time. I read Standing Order 31 this morning and, as the Cathaoirleach is well aware, it contains no such ruling. There was a gross abuse of Private Members' time last night, which is a matter of concern for all Members of this House.