Niall Ó Brolcháin (Green Party)

I support Senator Hanafin's call for a debate on the economy. That is extremely important. Various people in the Opposition talk about Government stimulus packages. The Government is providing €6.5 billion in stimulus and is working on that. However, there must also be a stimulus package from the private sector. I refer in particular to high street rents. They are not reducing to the proper level and many businesses are suffering due to over-expensive rents. Many businesses are closing and there are many gaps in our high streets. We must protect small businesses. I hope the debate on the economy sought by Senator Hanafin will happen as soon as possible.