Dominic Hannigan (Labour)

It is clear the Green Party does have a modicum of influence on the Government and I would like to see it use that influence on the very important matter of broadband. As my colleague, Senator Alan Kelly, has said, it is essential we have broadband if we are to dig our way out of this economic crisis. There are two developments we must see. The Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Deputy Eamon Ryan, does not need a team of international experts. As Senator Ross said, he just needs to read the transcripts of this House. We need universal access throughout the country and we need faster broadband speeds. Japan has speeds some 30 times faster than Ireland and we need to see our speeds improve. Will the Deputy Leader pass this on to his Minister?