Mary O'Rourke (Fianna Fail)

It is the same thing. It shows the primacy of the school in local communities.

Senator Norris asked for a debate on drugs and their legalisation. It has come to his notice that some banks refuse loans for affordable housing and that the draw for housing is administered in an obscure fashion. He does not object to the method of the draw but people should know when and where it takes place.

Senator Ormonde asked for a debate on education in terms of inclusion and special needs. She praised the community spirit in County Meath and stated that people should give back to their community as they get from it.

Senator Terry referred to work-life balance day and the lack of before and after-school care. I did not know that any lone parent had been forced to take a job.