Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

For the reasons that have been outlined, I agree with Senators who have argued that the Cathaoirleach should give Senator Callely an opportunity to make a personal statement at the earliest possible time. The wrong kind of spotlight is being put on the profession of politics and on this House. He must be given an opportunity to state where he ordinarily resides and to address the various matters that are now in the public domain.

Sceilig Mhichíl is a world renowned heritage site off the Kerry coast. I welcome the 31 recommendations that have been made by an independent review body with regard to the sheerness and steepness of the Sceilig Mhichíl site. It requires a great degree of agility and skill to undertake the dangerous mountaineering activity involved in accessing the site. Although it is a wonderful place and is known throughout the world, it is not for the faint-hearted.