The Leader of the House has indicated that he wishes to make an amendment to the Order of Business.
Business of Seanad
I move:
"That Seanad Éireann agrees with the recommendation of the Committee on Procedure and Privileges that, in accordance with Standing Order 57(2) of the Standing Orders relative to Public Business, Mr. Drew Nelson, grand secretary of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland be invited to address Seanad Éireann on 3 July 2012 and the following arrangements shall apply: the Seanad shall sit at 12 noon for the purpose of the address; the proceedings shall consist of a speech by the Cathaoirleach welcoming Mr. Nelson, an address by Mr. Nelson, a contribution not exceeding five minutes by the spokesperson of each group and a contribution not exceeding two minutes by a Sinn Féin Senator at the conclusion of which Mr. Nelson will reply; a speech of thanks by the Leas-Chathaoirleach for the address; and a concluding contribution by the Leader of the House. The proceedings shall conclude no later than 1.30 p.m. whereupon the Seanad shall suspend its sitting until 3 p.m. when the ordinary routine of business shall ensue.".
Question put and agreed to.