Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael)

Senator Mullins called for an all-Member debate on job creation in which each Member could provide two or more proposals, a good suggestion. One of the first items scheduled for when the House returns after Christmas is a discussion on the report of the advisory group on small businesses. The debate will take place on 11 January 2012. Members now have plenty of notice to come up with ideas for job creation and small businesses for this debate on 11 January.

Senator Moran also raised the matter of disability allowances. I agree with her that the Government parties are working together in a cohesive manner. I am glad the gentleman referred to by Senator Sheahan yesterday has now had his operation and I wish him a speedy recovery.