Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

It is very welcome but a public order task force for the capital is an operational matter and one for the Garda Commissioner. I agree with the Senator's sentiments about taking back ownership of the streets. I commend gardaí on the work they are doing and extra resources beginning to come on stream. I admit they are long overdue but it is to be hoped they will tackle the problems we have with public order.

Senator Landy and several others spoke about the Dunnes Stores dispute. This matter was raised on the Order of Business last Tuesday by a couple of Senators. I encouraged both parties to engage with the industrial relations services of the State and I again call on them to do so to resolve their differences. Dunnes Stores is a very successful family business and it is its duty to ensure the grievances of its workers are listened to and the welfare of their families is taken into account. Senator Landy also raised the issue of narcolepsy, which was the subject of a Commencement debate. The Minister or his officials should ensure a resolution with those involved. I agree with the sentiments expressed by Senators Landy and Whelan on this matter.

Senator Landy and several others referred to the presidential pardon that has been suggested for Harry Gleeson. Members have made excellent contributions on this matter. It is good that justice is being seen to be done after such a long time. I compliment everyone involved in the campaign. Like Senator Ó Murchú kindly did, I thank the former Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Shatter, who took on board many of the issues. The current Minister, Deputy Fitzgerald, continued that work. Everyone is glad that justice has been done at last. However, there are people who know who was involved in the murder. We could ask them to come forward.