Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Senator Brennan spoke about the world handball championships in Dublin which are an important event. He is concerned about Dundalk as is Senator Landy, and I fully share their views in this regard.

Senator MacSharry is concerned about allowances for public servants, in particular those on the front line. He agrees with the Minister, Deputy Varadkar, on kite flying, as do I. The Leader has given a commitment with regard to debates on finance and budget preparations. I will refer the Senator's remarks to him.

Senator Burke spoke about a newspaper article alleging that the Minister, Deputy Reilly, is running for cover. As Senator Burke explained, we saw how good he was here yesterday during two different sessions. We have no fault to find with the Minister, Deputy Reilly. He is in a very difficult berth and he is doing a good job. We should allow him to get on with it. I will refer the Senator's comments on a national housing policy to the Leader.

I note the comments and concerns of Senator Daly on mortgage problems and I will refer them to the Leader. I note what Senator Michael D'Arcy said about Adjournment debates and the practice in the other House of an appeals system if the person involved is not satisfied with the reply or believes the reply is not correct. As the Senator explained, this may not be the Minister's fault. I will refer these comments to the Leader and I am sure he will deal with the matter.