James Reilly (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Earlier today the Cathaoirleach and many other Senators were present during the planting of a tree of hope for those who have lost loved ones through suicide and those who have mental health issues. I mention this because the most common cause of death for people who are higher functioning on the autistic spectrum is suicide. In that context, I wish to propose an amendment to the Order of Business. I ask the Leader to take No. 17 before No. 1 so that we can discuss the need for a national strategy for autism in the context of the Autism Spectrum Disorder Bill 2017.