Jerry Buttimer (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Senator Ó Donnghaile raised the issue of the Finucane inquiry. We all agree on the need for justice for the Finucane family in regard to the death of Pat. The Senator also spoke about the electoral contest in the North of our country. Similar to the remarks expressed by Senator O'Sullivan around the body politic, those who engage in electioneering, regardless of their colour or hue, should remember that what we say and do and how we carry on during election campaigns matters.Senator Conway made reference to the issue of Community Sponsorship Ireland supporting refugees in our country. It was a very important briefing although, alas, I could not be present. I am happy to have a debate on the matter.

Senator Mullen again raised the issue of Cuisle, which has been raised by many Members in recent weeks, in particular Senator Hopkins. Senator Mullen spoke about the decision which was made by the board of the Irish Wheelchair Association. There is a meeting of the Joint Committee on Health this Thursday to discuss the matter. Whatever one's viewpoint, there is a need, an obligation and a duty to support the concerns raised by the families and the service users. To be fair, from talking to Senator Hopkins, I understand the debate at Thursday's committee will frame what happens next. Arising from that, I will come to back to the matter again.

I have offered two dates to the Members who have requested amendments to the Order of Business and I hope they will find them acceptable.