Ann Ormonde (Fianna Fail)

Two issues were raised which I would like to support. Senator Hanafin and others raised the fears over the export of beef from this country as a result of the dispute between Poland and Russia. I would welcome the Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs, Deputy Treacy, to the House to discuss what is becoming a serious issue.

Senator John Phelan raised the crime issue. This could be bigger than crime, as we should look at society as a whole, particularly the structure of society and the family. The discussion would have a great impact on how behaviour is exercised within society, and I would like a Minister to come before the House to have a long and broad consideration of this fundamental issue of how crime is affecting society.

I have other issues to raise but I will not do so in full today. Some Senators have raised the announcement of expenses but I will leave it to the Minister to make his announcement.