Joe O'Toole (Independent)

The matter I wish to raise was mentioned yesterday by Senator Fitzgerald. We should be given an indication of the Government's legislative programme. At present, six Seanad Bills are before the Dáil but no legislation is coming to the Seanad from the Dáil. Can we have clarification on what is happening in the Dáil? This reflects badly on the House. Our programme of work over recent weeks has been light in terms of legislation.

Is there a sense of instability and uncertainty in the Government at present, especially in the Fianna Fáil Party with regard to the leadership of that party? It appears to be a constant theme. This is a serious point.