Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

Like Senator O'Toole, I agree with Senator Brian Hayes regarding the Housing (Stage Payments) Bill. Only a week ago I received a letter from the Minister of State, Deputy Noel Ahern, in which he admitted the unsustainability and difficulty with his practice in many instances. It is not a uniform practice throughout the country; in fact, it is quite isolated. Perhaps a measure of agreement could be reached on this Bill this evening because there is a shared view in the House on the issue.

I also welcome the Government decision that Ireland should be known henceforth as Éire Ireland. Long live Dingle, Daingean Uí Chúis, and we will leave An Daingean safely where it is, a lovely place in County Offaly.