Ivana Bacik (Independent)

——when the continued existence of the House will be a matter for public debate. We will have to be on our mettle in that regard. We will be obliged to build on both the changes that have been introduced and the improvements that have been made in respect of our procedures. In that context, the question and answer sessions with Ministers are a major improvement on the old system whereby everyone just made statements. In the new year we will develop and expand upon the changes that have already been made.

I echo Senator Mooney's comments about the homeless and those who find themselves in economic difficulties. I wish everyone a very happy Christmas and I hope to see you all, refreshed and rejuvenated, in the new year.