Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

-----and what has been stated about the report since the various leaks. It appears the report will not be published before the autumn at the earliest.

Perhaps there are tactical considerations, although I am not aware of them, but the Lisbon treaty has been mentioned and, as Senator O'Toole and others have stated, it is important that we get an early opportunity to discuss the clarifications. We should not be left in the dark. We are depending on the Leader to outline the programme in respect of the expenditure review committee's report, that is, when we will see it, when it will be debated in the House and when it will be published, and the programme in respect of the Lisbon treaty referendum, namely, if a date has been set and when the House will get an opportunity to address the matter. Not only do I wish to know the Government's programme, but have the leaders of the other political parties been consulted?