Michael D'Arcy (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I want to raise the matter of domestic violence even though it might seem to be regrettable to raise is prior to Christmas. For a lot of people this time year is a family time but it can also be a very difficult time. I noticed that the Minister for Justice and Equality made a very substantial statement in the Dáil on domestic violence two days ago. At the earliest opportunity in the new year we should ask the Minister to come here for statements on domestic violence. I am very disappointed we have not done so already. As I have raised here before, there are always very difficult cases for families around the Christmas period. That said, I wish everybody in the Seanad and the Dáil, Members and the staff, a very good Christmas.