Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Senator Deirdre Clune mentioned alcohol awareness week. I will try to have the Minister come to the House to discuss that matter.

Senator Diarmuid Wilson raised the extension of town development plans. He also asked about the further education and training Bill. That Bill will come before the House on Thursday next.

Senator Aideen Hayden raised the issue of the failure of previous governments to deal with fuel poverty and property standards. We see the result of that at this time.

Senator Jim Walsh mentioned that the attacks on offices of any group must be condemned. I am sure everybody would agree that they should be condemned. We have witnessed attacks on the offices of various organisations in recent years. As I mentioned last week, the report into the death of Savita Halappanavar was not with the Minister. I understand the report still has not been furnished to the Minister. I will confirm that for the Senator.

Senator Pat O'Neill raised the issue of credit unions. I have raised the matter with the Minister for Finance. I was surprised that credit unions did not withdraw their moneys from these schemes immediately, after IBRC had outlined its problems.

Senator Michael Mullins mentioned the necessity for cuts to legal services and all others who provide services to the State. That is a very good point.