Martin Mansergh (Fianna Fail)

No. 1 on the Order of Business is perfectly worded. Effectively, we are making what has been perhaps de facto, de jure.

I would welcome a debate on the nitrates directive which is a matter of concern to farmers. I am confident that when the derogations are negotiated, and bearing in mind the deferral of the phosphorus aspect of the directive, that in the course of social partnership, a satisfactory resolution will be arrived at.