Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

The Senator also raised the matter of the casualty unit on which I presume he wishes to have a debate.

Senator Ulick Burke raised the matter of the financial services report, particularly with regard to endowment mortgages. He requested that the relevant Minister come to the House to ascertain if the matter can be rectified. He spoke of workers from other countries coming here. Under the partnership agreement, Towards 2016, it is agreed that enforcement officers will be in place to ensure compliance in protecting the rights of such migrant workers. Nevertheless, the tale the Senator told was quite horrific.

Senator Jim Walsh raised the matter of the semi-State sector and called for a debate on the public service. He has sought such a debate for a long time. The Senator praised the NRA on its work. Roads are being completed under budget and within the timescale set for them.

Senator Paddy Burke raised the matter of a disparaging article a journalist wrote on the venue for the Ryder Cup. I read that article, which got significant coverage on "Morning Ireland" and other programmes. I do not know if the journalist's motive for writing it was mischief or something else but it was quite a contemptuous article. The Senator's point was why Fáilte Ireland did not hit back and state the magnificence of the K Club. I will make a telephone call to Fáilte Ireland pointing out that the matter was raised here.