Ivana Bacik (Independent)

There is a distinct lack of respect for individual Senators where other Senators insist on interrupting them and that includes Senator Norris. I ask that we try to have a little respect and courtesy for each other in this House because this will enhance respect for the House generally. I refer to the new policy adopted by the CPP of spokespersons not sharing time and I, for one, would be very happy to review that decision. Senator Mullins is the representative of the Independent Senators' group on the CPP and he or anyone else may raise the matter. I can raise it myself at the next CPP meeting.

Senator Harte asked about the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government and a deposit on glass bottles and cans. This is a good idea and perhaps a cross-party motion could be agreed. Senator Cullinane asked for a debate on a jobs plan after the referendum. We can debate some of those points tomorrow during the debate on the stability treaty. The Government has a significant and substantive action plan on jobs which has been developed and I am sure we can have a Minister in the House to debate it with us at a later date. The Senator's suggestion of inviting parliamentarians from other countries is an interesting one and which could be explored at the CPP. We have a policy of inviting distinguished speakers so we might include the suggestion under that policy.

Senator Keane asked about youth mental health and the Headstrong survey. This could be included in a debate with the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs when she comes to the House since it concerns young people. I am pleased to hear Senator Wilson seconding the proposal to honour Mary Patricia Cole in Cavan. He also proposed an amendment to the Order of Business to have the Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence, Deputy Shatter, come to the House today to speak about the closure of Cavan Barracks. I cannot agree to that proposal. It would be more appropriate as a matter on the Adjournment. In addition, I happen to know that the Minister is attending today at the justice committee dealing with a number of issues relevant to his defence portfolio, in particular, a review of the Reserve Defence Force and the report by Frank Callinan into the deaths of three Irish soldiers in Lebanon. The Minister will be attending the committee for a significant time today.

Senator Landy dealt with the issue of public procurement and its relevance for small business. He had previously raised the issue of the lending policies to small business of the banks. I wrote to the Minister of State, Deputy Perry, as a consequence, in order to arrange a briefing for colleagues in the audiovisual room. It is a good idea to organise a similar meeting about the issue of public procurement.

Senator Quinn spoke about the importance of defibrillators being available in workplaces. I think there is one in Leinster House although I stand to be corrected but we should raise awareness about this matter.

Senator Noone referred to the Headstrong survey and the drinking culture and she has raised this issue a number of times in the past. There was a debate during Private Members' time-----