Seán Kyne (Fine Gael)

I thank all Senators for their contributions. It was a day of condolences and congratulations, particularly condolences to the family of Garda Flatley. I would like to join with the Cathaoirleach and Members in expressing my condolences on behalf of the House to the Flatley family on the tragic death of Garda Flatley in the line of duty. As others have said, it is a burden that all Garda families have to carry each day. They all share the hope that their loved ones will return home safely. Our condolences to Garda Flatley's family.

Condolences also to the family of the late Mr. Paddy O'Toole, to his wife Jacqueline, and his children Jacqueline, John, Helen and Padraig. He was a former councillor, Senator, TD and Minister and I am sure there will be an opportunity at a later date, subject to the wishes of the family, to pay formal tributes to Paddy O'Toole. Condolences also to the Leddin family on the passing of Kathleen. We express our sympathies, in particular, to her son and former Deputy, Brian Leddin.

Congratulations were expressed across the House to Pope Leo XIV. Members wished him well in his very important role. Whoever is Pope has a pivotal role in the world, as Senator Mullen said, as a bridge builder, a peace maker and we wish him well in his role as head of the Catholic Church and on the world stage. Senator O'Loughlin raised the matter of antisocial behaviour, which is prevalent in so many areas. It can be an absolute nightmare for families and individuals if they are subject to antisocial behaviour near them. It can be as simple as noise outside one's home or may extend to the more intimidating aspects of antisocial behaviour highlighted by the Senator. I will ask the Minister to come to the House to discuss the matter. Senator O'Loughlin also raised the future of CAP and a report by her colleague, Barry Cowen MEP. I will see if the Minister is available to come to the House to discuss the future of CAP at a later date.

Senator Nelson Murray raised the issue of volunteers. We all know the importance of volunteering and the hours volunteers contribute to society and to their local communities, clubs, societies and associations. It is important they are recognised, as we do in terms of volunteering week and various other tributes volunteers receive.

Senator McCarthy talked about the Government jet. I will not comment on that. I know there was a full, open and transparent process in relation to the purchase of the Government jet and no gifts will be accepted by the State in that regard.