Terry Leyden (Fianna Fail)

Will the Leader consider having a debate in the autumn session on the up-to-date position regarding the revision of the register of electors? I am sure this issue is close to the heart of many Members who are running for the Dáil in the next election. The Minister should be invited in here to explain the changes that have taken place and what progress has been made to ensure that the register is up to date and accurate for the next election.

I suggest to my colleague, the Leader of the Opposition, Senator Brian Hayes, to consider amending his Bill, which it was agreed to take in the House, to provide for the naturalisation of all European citizens who are here for one year only to vote in the next general election. Would it not be a wonderful gesture?