Niall Ó Brolcháin (Green Party)

I call on the Leader for a debate on a slightly different subject, namely, the conservation of our environment. While Members have many debates on the economy and on the human impact on the country, no matter what is happening with regard to our economy, we have a fantastic natural environment and are very lucky people. Before the existing banks ever were invented, we had banks of the rivers. Moreover, we have beautiful coastlines and fantastic landscapes. However, we must ensure the human impact thereon is not invasive and does not destroy such fantastic habitats. Consequently, it would be timely to have a debate on the conservation of Ireland's environment because while we get worked up about all sorts of things, most Members can agree on the necessity for such conservation. I acknowledge there are differences of opinion on the economic impact on our environment but such a debate should take place as soon as possible.