Catherine Noone (Fine Gael)

I will finish my point if the Leas-Chathaoirleach will indulge me. They were travelling the country as law makers and encouraging the citizens of the State to break the law. This should not be encouraged and these expenses will be difficult to justify. I do not disagree with Senator Norris's general point on the media but the salient point is that law makers should not be encouraging citizens to break the law.

On the funding of broadcasting, I support other Senators in their call for a debate. It is easy to understand how this came about because RTE was the first broadcaster and local radio stations were established subsequently. It may be necessary to review the sector with a view to making it more equitable for all concerned.