Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

I also welcome the Minister of State. I found much of what Senator O'Toole had to say refreshing. We all accept that he is fair and independent-minded. He told us that he was surprised, if not disappointed, that some of the good proposals from this side of the House had not been accepted by the other side.

We all know from those involved in the business world that we are in a bad place. We are crippled by costs that we are not able to control or get around, but we have to travel on with hope. I believe Fine Gael and, no doubt, the Labour Party will independent-mindedly examine the books.

Forgive the interruption. I am not sure that I know how to operate this phone. I apologise to the Acting Chairman, but I cannot switch it off.