Donie Cassidy (Fianna Fail)

Senator Dearey outlined the terrible murders which took place in his home town of Dundalk. He spoke about the violence of various organisations. We do not want to see a return of such violence and we will do everything possible to assist Senator Dearey in his request for a debate on this issue as a matter of urgency.

Senator Regan referred to the report of the Ombudsman. As I said yesterday, it is my understanding that Fine Gael wanted to have the matter discussed in the Dáil and this took place. Some colleagues may not be aware that this House also debated and discussed this matter at 2.30 p.m. on Thursday, 18 February.