Feargal Quinn (Independent)

We should have the debate on transport very soon. Senator Norris referred to his enthusiasm for the metro while Senator Morrissey referred to a Dundalk to Nenagh axis. I travelled from Belfast and discovered that one cannot buy petrol or go to a toilet south of the Border without leaving the motorway. This decision by the National Roads Authority must be examined. Once one travels north of the Border, where petrol is more expensive, one can always purchase petrol without leaving the motorway. It is a decision I do not understand.

Yesterday a report stated that nursing homes are inspected only if they are private. I am not sure this is correct and would like the Leader to investigate. We do not need another debate on nursing homes but, if true, this is a serious situation.