Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael)

There is a saving of €500,000 on special advisers in the Taoiseach's Department. These are the real facts and these are real savings.

Senator Bacik addressed the social welfare Bill. We will have a debate when the Bill comes before the House.

A number of speakers asked for a debate on European affairs and we will try to arrange one. I reiterate, however, the House has a programme of legislation arranged from now until December 16. I do not know whether I will have time to allow statements. I will try my best, especially in regard to the situation in Europe because what will happen this weekend is so important for this country.