Jerry Buttimer (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Senator Conway-Walsh's proposal is one we should all consider. I would be happy to do that. Senator Bacik raised the issue of the Lanzarote convention. I have not got an answer to the question she raised but I will revert to her on the matter.

Senator Murnane O'Connor mentioned volunteerism. International Volunteer Day was last week. I commend all involved. Both Senators Norris and Mullen paid a lovely tribute to the late Paul Anthony McDermott. We also paid tributes yesterday on the Order of Business. Again, I offer our sympathy to Mr. McDermott's family. Senator Mullen made a fair point on Mr. McDermott's ability to reach to the ordinary person on aspects of law. Mr. McDermott will be missed, but by none more than his family.

I am happy to accept Senator Mullen's amendment to the Order of Business. I should have said I will not be accepting Senator McDowell's amendment to the Order of Business.