Labhrás Ó Murchú (Fianna Fail)

Other Senators spoke about the recent breakthrough in adult stem cell research, which I believe is good news. We should not distract from or minimise the breakthrough for ideological reasons because it will help many people who are suffering. On previous occasions, we had the opportunity to debate the growing progress with adult stem cell research. What has happened is that the debate on embryonic stem cell research has distracted from the great progress made in the adult stem cell field. It would be worthwhile if the Deputy Leader could provide an opportunity to debate further the progress made in this area.