Leo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I wish to put on the record my thanks to Senator O'Brien for giving way on this occasion. However, I wish to put on the record of the House my concern at the way Adjournment matters are being handled. I go out of my way to come here in person as much as I can. I figure I am in the Seanad probably twice a week and, if not, then for three or four sessions a week. Yesterday there were three Adjournment matters which I spent some time preparing for. Then, the House went into disarray and recess and the three Adjournment matters fell. Today, I was informed my matter would be take at 6 p.m. This was changed to 7.30 p.m. and then it was changed again to 8 p.m. I am dealing with an important issue relating to Áras Attracta and as much time as possible needs to be set aside for that. As a result of the-----