Donie Cassidy (Fianna Fail)

Senators Buttimer and Mary White called for a debate on job creation. That can be included in the debate on credit for small and medium-sized businesses.

Senators Ó Murchú and Daly expressed their disappointment, shock and horror at the abuse of Irish passports. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Deputy Martin, is doing everything he possibly can to try to find out the truth. It is an extremely difficult case but we fully support him in his endeavours.

Senator Cummins referred to the €411 million allocated to county councils for roads. As the county managers have said, they are prioritising roads badly affected by the inclement weather since last November. I have no difficulty arranging for the Minister to come to the House to discuss all aspects of his portfolio but roads in particular.