I have received notice from Senator Colm Burke that, on the motion for the Adjournment of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter:
The need for the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government to outline the proposals for the introduction of a scheme that will allow local authority tenants to purchase the properties in which they reside.
I have also received notice from Senator Michael Mullins of the following matter:
The need for the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources to intervene with the management of An Post in order to postpone a decision to close Cappataggle post office, County Galway on 31 December and to enable further discussions to take place with the local community concerning the possibility of developing a strategic plan to grow the business in order that a vital community service can be retained.
I regard the matter raised by Senator Colm Burke as suitable for discussion on the Adjournment and it will be taken at the conclusion of business. I regret that I have had to rule out of order the matter raised by Senator Michael Mullins, as the Minister has no official responsibility in the matter.