Dan Boyle (Green Party)

This is the norm in most functioning democracies and this Seanad more than justifies itself in the manner in which legislation is dealt with in detail. Moreover, Members should not be afraid to state at every opportunity that the style and tone of such contributions reflect well when compared with the other House. However, to win the respect this House deserves and needs, Members must send a clear signal that reform is necessary, possible and will happen by a certain date. When that happens, there will be a greater recognition of the importance of Seanad Éireann and the people will respect this House better because of that.