Denis O'Donovan (Fianna Fail)

The same applies to the building societies. Their approach is similar to that of the subprime lenders in pointing out that they are not prepared to give a mortgage, which creates a practical difficulty. I request the Leader to arrange for a debate on this matter. I am sure this problem is encountered by people in many counties and not only by people in County Cork.

I also request a debate on tourism. As we are nearing the Easter recess, perhaps the Leader could arrange for such a debate next session. I am not being parochial but I laud Fáilte Ireland which, in conjunction with many local committees, launched a wonderful walkway, the Beara Breifne Way, in Bearra. It is approximately 600 km of a walk and cycle route on which some €7 million or €8 million has been spent. The first section of the walkway, from Millstreet to Allihies and Ardgroom, was opened yesterday.

Walking in Ireland is far more popular than golf. It is a concept of activity tourism we are neglecting and one on which we should have a debate. I could do with walking a little more. I try to walk a few kilometres every weekend.