Joe O'Toole (Independent)

On a point of order, it might be worthwhile for the Cathaoirleach to write a letter to Members of the House explaining that 12 Members need to be present in the Chamber before he can come in. Some Members have the view that he arrives late but he and I know that he cannot come in until a quorum is present. It is becoming a self-fulfilling prophecy as Members think we will not begin until 10.40 a.m. and they do not arrive until then. They have forgotten that the Standing Orders are very clear on the fact that there must be 12 Members present before business can begin. It might be helpful if Members were reminded of this by the Cathaoirleach at the next appropriate opportunity.