Donie Cassidy (Fianna Fail)

I have no difficulty in setting aside time for this purpose. I have taken on board Senator Bacik's comments and will see what I can do to pass on her views to the Minister. I also can set aside time for the matters raised by Senator Ó Domhnaill.

Senator Hanafin suggested the House should congratulate the Department of Health and Children on Ireland's status as one of the safest countries for childbirth. All Members can celebrate this as childbirth is an act of the Good Lord. The older one becomes, the more one realises this. As for the views expressed by the Senator on statements that are misguided in respect of the Church's activities, I take them on board as well.

Senator Keaveney asked me to invite the Minister for Art, Sport and Tourism, Deputy Séamus Brennan, to the House. I can make inquiries to the Senator and can revert to the House in this respect next Wednesday.