Donie Cassidy (Fianna Fail)

I am sure all Members will agree we must consider how we can reinvest the money in the education portfolio next year.

Senator Norris asked about copyright in the music industry and intellectual copyright in general. I have decided to arrange an all-day debate on this topic next Thursday. It is a very serious matter, on which guarantees need to be given, as Ireland's international reputation is at stake.

Senators Donohoe, Harris, Buttimer, Ó Murchú and Mooney asked about the students who came to Leinster House yesterday in vast numbers to make their views known in no uncertain terms. Others have referred to them as good decent young people. However, the scenes outside the gates cannot be allowed to be repeated. Young gardaí put their lives at risk to protect this institution. Violence cannot be condoned. I will fully support anyone who wishes to make his or her views known in a march or demonstration. However, it has to be peaceful.