Pat Moylan (Fianna Fail)

To be fair to speakers and to the Leader, interruptions should not be made across the floor as the Leader may find it impossible to respond to matters raised on the Order of Business. Senators will then complain that the Leader did not reply to a query they raised but I would not blame him if he is interrupted. If interruptions do not stop, I will suspend proceedings. Senators who wish to discuss issues with one another should use a room adjacent to the Chamber.