Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The sentiments expressed by Senator Byrne are understandable but we can approve the motion because it is simply about the committee's work programme and priorities. We have confidence in those of our colleagues who sit on that committee. Issues pertaining to tax harmonisation, the euro and banking union are clearly important and I am sure the Leader would facilitate a debate in early course on any or all of those topics. There is no need to hold up the committee's work programme. Senators from both sides of the House sit on that committee and I am sure we have faith in them.