Michael McCarthy (Labour)

I thank the Leader for arranging yesterday's excellent debate on Malin Head and Valentia, which was very constructive. It was one of many fine debates organised by the Leader, which I wish to acknowledge. I support Senator Glynn who has raised on many occasions in this House the issue of men's health including that of younger males. Unfortunately, there have been a number of suicides in the west of Ireland in recent times. We have also seen considerable coverage on Sky News of a spate of suicides in Wales. It would be timely for us to return to that subject forthwith.

I ask the Leader to invite the Minister of State with responsibility for European affairs to come to the House to discuss the Lisbon treaty and give us a date for the referendum. I understand the Taoiseach is abroad consulting other European colleagues and is making statements in that regard. It would be timely and appropriate to know when the referendum is to be held.