Paudie Coffey (Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister of State, Deputy Pat Carey, for attending this important debate. I welcome this all-party motion. No doubt all Senators would agree that all sectors have a role and responsibility to play in the fight against drugs. As politicians, we have to lead that fight. The Government must also take the lead. Communities, citizens and society in general have a big role to play in how we tackle this scourge.

I commend the Minister of State on his efforts to date. I am sure he is happy to hear that from a member of the Opposition.