Catherine Noone (Fine Gael)

I hope I can show the same restraint as my senior colleague, Senator Bradford, with regard to the Seanad. I agree with what most speakers said and, in a move away from tradition, I agree with Senator White and especially Senator Mullins. If workers in a company were hearing rumours about potential job losses, there would be very bad feelings. As a matter of courtesy, we should be addressed in this House and we should be facilitated. I also agree with the comments that this should be discussed with us but not during Seanad time. I will come in here on a Sunday or at any time to discuss this issue.