John Paul Phelan (Fine Gael)

Will the Leader arrange for a debate in this House on the report published by the Automobile Association, which is covered in a number of today's newspapers? This highlights accident black spots on the major roads throughout the country. The report indicates that a number of areas have been highlighted over a number of years and local authorities have not been in a position to implement safety measures because they have not got sufficient funding from the Government.

There are two major causes for most fatalities on our roads, one of which is driver behaviour. Driver behaviour is being changed by the penalty points system. As someone who received penalty points, I can vouch for the fact that it has changed my behaviour. I am sure other Members have had penalty points and whose behaviour has changed as a result. There is a significant issue in regard to the condition of many roads in the country, including many of the main roads. It would be useful if we could have a debate on the report as soon as possible.