Caít Keane (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I would like to remember the people in Soma, Turkey - those trapped in the mine and dead. There are 182 people and the figure is increasing. The House should write a letter to the embassy to show that we are thinking about it. Health and safety comes into this matter.

A report published by the World Health Organisation yesterday revealed that Ireland has the second-highest rate of binge drinking in the world. The global status report on alcohol and health 2014 found that 39% of all Irish people aged 15 and older had engaged in binge drinking. Austria was in first place with 40% and Ireland was second out of 194 countries. We must do something. Members may be surprised that binge drinking is defined as drinking at least six standard drinks. Many people drink more than that. The report says men are more likely to indulge in binge drinking than women so maybe the women should lead the education process.