John Crown (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I must admit I knew very little about the fact that this process was taking place or the consultations it involved. Consequently, I am approaching it as something of an ingenue. That said, I will make one or two points. On the occasion of his famous "Lickgate" speech in this Chamber, the Minister of State, Deputy Brian Hayes, stated the Seanad had the habit of sometimes falling into the trap of simply sitting here talking to itself with no one particularly listening. I greatly hope this is not the case today and Members are being heard. Is the House quorate?