Paschal Mooney (Fianna Fail)

I fully accept that but this is in the context of the whole question and it relates to the savings the Minster of State indicated will materialise as a direct result of the ending of democratic elections. Subsequent appointments will be made and I simply wish to make that point. My core question was also raised by Senator Ó Domhnaill and Senator Barrett. Will the Minister of State clarify exactly how much this will cost and where the money will come from? On the basis of the figures provided by the Minister of State so far, it would appear to be altogether inadequate.