Joe O'Reilly (Fine Gael)

On the issue raised by Senator Norris, if there is somebody in immigration leaking false information to the media, it must be immediately investigated. I support Senator Norris's call and I appeal to the Leader to take very grave and serious action. That is beyond acceptance.

I support the remarks of the acting Fine Gael leader today, Senator Bradford, in regard to the unemployment situation. He is right in raising the issue given that 300,000 people will be unemployed at Christmas, which is very bleak and sad. That is 7.8% of the population