David Norris (Independent)

Exactly. How can the Minister of State assert that their is no problem as regards liquidity? It simply does not make sense. I am not stating that the Minister of State is inimical to the truth or even that he is lying, which would be a frightful thing to say. However, I am stating that he has been ill advised and that the material he has placed on the record of the House should be revised. I hope he will have an opportunity to make such a revision. If not, perhaps his colleague, Senator Boyle, or whoever is charged with replying to the debate will address this point. Those on the Government side are not doing anyone any credit by not correcting the record.

I could support the Green Party's motion because I completely agree with the concept of microfinance which is extremely positive in social terms. However, I also strongly support Senator O'Toole's amendment. I would like the opportunity, therefore, to support both in a composite motion. If the latter is not forthcoming, I shall attempt to gallop back to the House from the micro-reception being held in Trinity College for the pro-chancellor to vote against the motion as tabled.