Feargal Quinn (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I notice the British have just announced they have found a new dye with which to overcome the problem of diesel laundering. This matter has been brought up a number of times in this House and Senator Brennan has spoken of the huge clashes that are ongoing in that north Louth-south Armagh area. However, if the British have come across a new dye they believe cannot be removed and which they intend to introduce next year, the authorities here should ensure we are ready for it and are capable of handling it as well. One wishes to avoid a situation in which the new dye is in use within the United Kingdom but not south of the Border. Consequently, I ask the Leader to draw this matter to the attention of the responsible Minister on that basis.

Another item that caught my attention was the suggestion by Deputy Dowds that the new flyover at Newlands Cross on the Naas Road should be called the Veronica Guerin flyover. That is a wonderful idea. The Cathaoirleach may not be aware that Veronica Guerin spent the last few weeks of her life in my company and I brought her into this House just a few days before she died. This would be an ideal opportunity in which to recognise her. She was somebody who fought against crime and gave her life for it. This road is located close to where she was murdered and to have her commemorated in that manner would be a strong message against the criminals. It would state this is something which we in the State recognise, that is, we recognise somebody who gave her life for this purpose and I would like to think consideration could be given to doing this.

May I offer a word of congratulations to those who organised the mass for the deceased this morning? It was well handled here in the House. I learned that in the House of Commons, there is mass every morning. I am not sure whether this is correct but that is what I was told. Members should not be in the least bit shy of recognising - this is the first time for four years - that they have had a mass for the deceased Members of this House. It was well organised and I congratulate everyone involved, particularly our colleague, Senator Naughton, for her wonderful voice and the music Members heard there today.