Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

He also called for a debate on the economy and as I mentioned the Minister, Deputy Noonan, will be here early in July.

Senator Mooney asked for the Minister of State, Deputy Ring, or the Minister, Deputy Deenihan, to intervene in the issue of the lack of support for the Irish music industry by RTE radio stations in particular. Again that matter could be raised on the Adjournment.

Senator Mullins complimented all those involved in the Arbour Hill commemoration and also raised other local matters.

Senator Quinn spoke about a mortgage break and what happens in the United States.

We can have those discussions during our debate on the economy.

Senator Noone called on the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to outline to the House how he intends to deal with the disruption during construction of the new Luas lines. I will ask the Minister for an update in that regard. Senator Ó Murchú advised us to take our duties as legislators seriously. I think all of us would agree with the sentiments he expressed.

Senator Colm Burke spoke about the Civil Law (Missing Persons) Bill and the report by the Law Reform Commission on the difficulties of dealing with the estates of people who are missing. He raised valid points and we will try to have the Bill introduced to the House in early course. I will accede to Senator Zappone's request to deal with No. 16 before No. 1 and accept her amendment to the Order of Business. Senator O'Keeffe called for a debate on early child care. I will ask the Minister for Education and Skills to come to the House to discuss that issue. Senator White will also be taking part in that debate and she outlined her concerns on the matter.