Donie Cassidy (Fianna Fail)

Senators Fitzgerald, O'Toole, Kelly, Coghlan, Donohoe, Norris, Regan, Bacik, Buttimer, Hanafin, Ross, O'Reilly and Healy Eames called for a special debate on the economy. On the Order of Business tomorrow are statements on the OECD report on integrated public service reforms. On Wednesday week, the Minister will be before the House for a debate on the economy. As all Senators know, the official figures for the first six months will be announced tomorrow and everyone will know them in good time. We can have a full and lengthy debate in the House in which Senators can express their views and be of assistance to the Government on the proposals. We have experienced Senators in the House as well as new, young and energetic Senators whom we welcome very much.