Ann Ormonde (Fianna Fail)

I support the many Senators who raised the issue of standards in nursing homes. The fact this issue is getting public recognition in the House should give an opportunity to the Leader to arrange a debate. Members will agree we need a debate but the Leader should be given a chance to organise it and arrange for the Minister to come to the House.

With regard to pensions, the Minister for Social and Family Affairs, Deputy Brennan, would be delighted to come to the House where he has spoken many times on the issue of pensions.