Jim Walsh (Fianna Fail)

Yes. Would the Leader consider having a debate on how, perhaps, the Seanad election could be extended on an all-island basis? I know from talking over a decade ago to colleagues who were elected members of the Unionist fraternity in Northern Ireland that they would countenance participating in this Chamber if there were sufficient numbers to prevent them being isolated within their communities. That would be a good democratic way of enhancing and progressing on an all-island basis the peace process. It would also enhance the deliberations and prospect of all people on this island of having a voice in this Chamber. I urge the Leader to ensure this is something that is looked at. Perhaps people from here could then, on a reciprocal basis, participate in selected debates within the Northern Ireland Assembly.