Martin Conway (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Like Senator Mullen, I was deeply troubled by that article in The Irish Times. If what is quoted in the newspaper is true, it is a thundering disgrace and the Garda has much to answer for. I request that the Leader to send us a note from the Department of Justice and Equality outlining the various policies that are associated with people coming into this country so at least we know what the position is if we are ever in a scenario where family members or other people make representations to us.

I thank the Cathaoirleach and the Leader, along with his staff, Orla and Alison. I also thank the Seanad staff - Martin, Bridget, Carol and Niamh - for all the work they do. I also thank the ushers. I wish everybody a very nice holiday. I suggest that if people are going on holidays this year, they might consider coming to County Clare.