David Norris (Independent)

We did so in respect of smoking, another health problem, and should be able to do so in this regard. If necessary, we could estimate compensation for small and independent stations for lost revenue.

The situation on the M1 was dreadful. I also understand that a young woman may have been killed in a tragic accident on Parnell Street. Despite Mr. Frank McDonald's comments in The Irish Times, some of these problems will be alleviated by metro north.

I will not attempt to engage in a debate with the Cathaoirleach, the Leader or Senator Regan on the Lisbon treaty. Were it true that the treaty advocates, endorses or promotes same sex marriages, I would vote for it. However, it is not true and the people on that side who maintain that the treaty is a liberal charter are wrong. For this reason, I will vote against the treaty.