David Norris (Independent)

I am aware of that. The Senator opposite engaged in an extensive flight of rhetoric about the issue. I am simply putting the matter in context in order that someone reading the record in subsequent years will not be misled. As far as I am aware, the older sections of St. Mary's Hospital, which are Dickensian, are still in use. Let us, therefore, not have a glowing view of the hospital, which is not to criticise its staff. It is a fact, however, that some of the plant in it leaves a great deal to be desired.

That the Minister of State appears to be becoming more and more flexible is welcome. Before we wear her out, perhaps we should move on to subsequent amendments. I understand she is examining the position and will return to the matter on Report Stage.