Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

I would like to join others in speaking about suicide. All suicides are tragic. Senator Norris mentioned the groceries order. I should have picked up on it the other day. He was absolutely correct to highlight the disgraceful way in which drink is being promoted by multiple retailers as a loss leader. No action is being taken, however. I was reminded by a professional the other day that alcohol gives action to thoughts. Very dangerous thoughts have often resulted in tragic suicides, unfortunately. I commend Senator Gilroy, who is holding a series of meetings throughout the country on this issue. He seems to be following in the footsteps of another great man, Deputy Dan Neville.