Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

I am coming to that. I am concerned about the "Yes, Minister" approach that is being taken in respect of Valentia and Malin Head coastguard stations, to which Senator O'Toole referred. As I understand it, the Minister, Deputy Dermot Ahern, and the former Minister of State, Deputy Gallagher, who was mentioned by Senator O'Toole, had responsibility for this matter, they gave a clear indication that they were prepared to implement the recommendations of the 2003 Deloitte & Touche report. I know that no decision has been taken yet. Is the Government continuing to row back on the indication that was given previously? It seems to me that it is being gradually eroded as a result of pressure from within the Civil Service. That is why I fear that the "Yes, Minister" approach will prevail. Now that certain elections are imminent, no decision is being announced. I suggest that no responsibility is being taken.