Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I more than broadly agree with the various contributions of Senator Mooney on the junior cycle reform programme. Hopefully a desirable compromise will be achieved. I note what was said, it was interesting and I look forward to the Deputy Leader's response in regard to whether there is, or is likely to be, anything following that European Court of Justice ruling which was referred to.

I very much welcome the appointment of Ms Emma Madigan as permanent ambassador to the Holy See. That is hugely important and of great significance for us. As the Holy See has been mentioned, I would like to remind the House that this is the Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty weekend in Killarney. He was the scarlet pimpernel of the Vatican-----