Joe O'Toole (Independent)

The Cathaoirleach will be aware that my colleague, Senator Norris, has tabled a motion to have the Order of Business extended to an hour. He will also be aware that we previously discussed having a topical hour at this stage. This is one of those times when so many things are happening that Members of the House need to have an opportunity to express themselves. We should look at this matter again.

I support the idea of a debate on the beet industry. I have no doubt I will be defending the Minister for Agriculture and Food, like I have Ray MacSharry, Ivan Yates and Deputy Walsh——