Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Senator Leyden asked for a debate on the PIAB and the ESB prices. He will have the opportunity to discuss the matter during the debate on the Energy (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill this evening. I was glad to hear the report suggesting that Senator Ulick Burke will get a Dáil seat in the next general election, which would be very good. He spoke about the enclaves of segregation in schools. The principal of Newpark Comprehensive gave a very good account in one of today's newspapers of what his school has done to open it to students with special needs. I will take up what Senator Fitzgerald rightly said.

Senator Ó Murchú stated that the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Arts, Sport and Tourism, Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs will discuss the Irish language tomorrow. Anybody who wishes to do so can attend to get clarification. He also welcomed Dr. Paisley's remarks. Senator Ross congratulated the Minister of State with responsibility for children. The decision was taken on an independent person who proposed the Mater. Opposition Members have said it was a political decision. Professor Drum has also said it was not a political decision.