Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

We will have it, I hope.

Senator Quinn also stated the proposed ban on the sale of packets of ten cigarettes will not go ahead. This is a shame because purchasing these packets is the preserve of young people, including young women. The reason given for not going ahead with the ban is that the tobacco industry has stated many such packets have been already manufactured and has asked what would happen to them.

Senator Mansergh referred to the Privacy Bill. He does not understand what public interest was served by the production of the material last week.

It is good that Archbishop Brady and Ian Paisley are to meet. Did we ever believe this would come about? It not only came about but it was trumpeted that it would happen. We all expect the heavens to open and celestial angels to appear but I believe it is a very good omen for the upcoming talks.

Senator Bannon referred to rural planning. There were changes in the guidelines but I must say I agree with the Senator that it is becoming increasingly difficult for young people to obtain planning permission for one-off houses. It would be much more difficult if the Senator's party were linked to the Greens.