Martin Conway (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I noted the suggestion by Senator Eamon Coghlan of selling the Cliffs of Moher. The biggest problem is that they are priceless.

I consider the national lottery to be a national treasure. The legislation introducing the legislation the national lottery was passed when a Minister was part of a coalition Government between 1983 and 1987. In its 25 year history, the lottery has enriched society in a myriad of ways, through sports, health care, education and care of the elderly. It made community-based projects possible when they would not otherwise have been possible. It also provided a great source of entertainment and fun for millions of Irish people who participated in lottery games.

I hear the well-meaning concerns of Senator O'Donnell. I have spoken to her about it on a number of occasions.