Donie Cassidy (Fianna Fail)

Would it not be wonderful if the Holy Father took the opportunity to come to Ireland for the Eucharistic congress? It would uplift our people. We would all see the light of day in regard to the cold facts and the people could vote for the party that met the challenge to be faced.

In response to Senator Bacik who also inquired about the date of the general election, it will give everyone an opportunity and time to decide on what constituency he or she will stand for election in. I refer to those of us in marginal constituencies such as Longford-Westmeath and Meath West, into which the commission has moved me. Senator Bacik finds herself in the same position. It will give us all time to make up our minds in that regard.