Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

Senator Browne also inquired why the drugs squad was disbanded at the expense of the traffic corps. I do not know. It is a little strange. I do not see the connection between these issues. I may discuss the matter in private with the Senator.

I agree with Senator Ó Murchú's call for the need to respect people's consciences. We should not coerce anyone into taking a particular stance or action.

Senator Henry referred to the Crisis Pregnancy Agency. Senator Maurice Hayes agreed with Senator Mansergh's point about adoption and the conscience clause, given the approach in operation in Northern Ireland where abortion is in line with UK legislation.