The Leader of the House has indicated that she would like to propose an amendment to the Order of Business.
Council Regulation on Procedures for amending the Sirene Manual: Referral to Joint Committee. - Business of Seanad.
An Leas-Chathaoirleach
I apologise for interrupting the debate but this is an important matter. I indicated to the Cathaoirleach earlier that we would have a meeting to discuss the possibility of extending the debate. We ascertained that a large number of speakers have offered to contribute, which is good and significant. I thank the Minister for choosing to make his statement on the health reports in this Chamber.
Hear, hear.
We are delighted he has done so. To return to the Order of Business, an extra hour is being taken for this debate on health. This morning I indicated that the debate would finish at 2 p.m. but it will now run until 3 p.m. That is not to tie the Minister here, however, because a Minister of State will attend the House later. I will now have to ascertain the position with regard to Private Members' business, which may or may not require a further amendment to the Order of Business. For the moment, however, this debate will continue until 3 p.m.
An Leas-Chathaoirleach
Is that agreed? Agreed.