Donie Cassidy (Fianna Fail)

Senator Ó Domhnaill welcomed the closing of head shops throughout the country and congratulated the Taoiseach, the Minister for Health and Children, Deputy Harney, and the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform, Deputy Dermot Ahern, who yesterday placed before Cabinet details of the forthcoming Bill on the matter. The legislation will be brought before the House prior to the end of the current session.

Senator O'Reilly requested a debate on the economy, job creation and green energy commitments. As he will be aware, I have already given a commitment in this regard.

Senator Corrigan requested a debate with the Minister for Health and Children on the childhood vaccination programme. The Senator who has major experience and expertise in this field made a number of strong suggestions which can also be discussed with the Minister during the debate on health next Wednesday.