Ivor Callely (Independent)

We are all aware of the significant developments that have taken place in information technology. I ask the Leader to arrange a debate on information technology with a specific focus on the significant benefits that certain IT mechanisms can give the commuter. We have seen some of these benefits on Luas and DART services, with information provided that is very important. If a commuter has information on the running of Luas and DART services, especially timing and arrival of vehicles, it would be a very important step.

Included in such a debate should be an issue that has been on the schedule for a considerable period, the roll-out of real-time information for Dublin Bus commuters. Enormous benefit arises from the automatic vehicle identification location units which were meant to have been rolled out some time ago. There is also great benefit for the car commuter arising from traffic messages on displays and information panels. There is also a gamut of other associated matters related to information technology, such as integrated and single ticketing and so forth. I ask the Leader to arrange a debate on these developments as quickly as possible.

I have asked the Leader about the following topic on a couple of occasions. May we have a debate on domestic violence and could briefing documentation be circulated on the procedures and supports currently in place that are associated with domestic violence?