Before coming to the Order of Business I propose to deal with a notice of motion under Standing Order 31 from Deputy Joe Higgins. I now call on the Deputy to state the matter of which he has given notice to me.
Request to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 31.
(Dublin West): I seek the Adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 31 to discuss the following matter of urgent public importance: the difficulties arising from fire fighters being forced into a strike arising from the failure of Dublin Corporation to reach agreement with them on their demands for an adequate level of coverage and investment in the fire service and adequate remuneration.
Having considered the matter fully, I do not consider it to be contemplated by Standing Order 31 and, therefore, I cannot grant leave to move the motion.