Ivana Bacik (Independent)

I think I will rise above that comment, too.

Senator Tom Sheahan referred to the need to reform the coroner system. As the Cathaoirleach helpfully pointed out, the Coroner's Bill 2007 is before the House on Committee Stage. I do not have information on a timeframe for it, but we should try to ascertain when it will be taken.

Senators Labhras Ó Murchú, Michael Mullins and Paul Coghlan referred to the Eucharistic Congress and extending an invitation to the Pope. As Senator Michael Mullins pointed out, there is a protocol relating to invitations of this nature. However, we can certainly raise the matter with the Tánaiste to discover whether it can be progressed.

Senator Jim D'Arcy referred to trade with Libya and recognition of the National Transitional Council of that country. This is an extremely important matter. The Tánaiste has committed to come before the House on 2 February for a general debate on foreign affairs matters. The Senator should raise the issue with him at that stage, particularly as a female doctor who previously lived and worked in this country is serving as Minister for Health in Libya.