Donie Cassidy (Fianna Fail)

I acknowledge all he is trying to do to assist those wishing to create jobs here.

Senator Carroll, a proud Louth Member of this House, raised the issue of the use of CCTV by the Gaelic Athletic Association, which we fully support. The GAA is a marvellous organisation which we want to support in correcting any wrongs that may have transpired. I congratulate all on an outstanding game of football last Sunday.

On the matter of by-elections, I say to Senator Doherty that Dáil by-elections are a matter for the Dáil and by-elections of this House are a matter for the Seanad, as has always been and will continue to be the position.

Senator Hanafin asked about the financial cost of the Civil Partnership Bill. I will pass on his comments to the Minister and will endeavour to find out for him what may be the costs in this regard. Senator Mary White raised the issue of ageism and referred to the outstanding contribution of Dr. Robert Butler in this area. On the matter of Mr. Ringo Star and Radio City, I hope he acted naturally when there. The song "Act Naturally" was the biggest harlem hit of the 1960s.

Senator Healy-Eames called for a debate on the film industry and the huge potential in this country in this regard. Members who saw on television last night the documentary on Mr. John Huston will be aware of the important role played by the late former Taoiseach, Charles Haughey, in terms of getting it right for the film industry at that time. There can be no greater ambassador, employer or communicator than a friendly film industry that attracts investment from all over the world. I support the Senator's comments. We should do all possible to assist the film industry in Ireland, the potential of which is massive.