In light of the fact that the Minister is still in the Dáil due to the voting bloc, I propose that we suspend until 2 p.m.
Business of Seanad
Is that agreed? Agreed.
Sitting suspended at 1.32 p.m. and resumed at 2 p.m.
I apologise to Members and members of staff. In light of the voting bloc in the Dáil, I propose a further suspension until 2.20 p.m.
Is that agreed? Agreed.
Sitting suspended at 2.01 p.m. and resumed at 2.20 p.m.
I call the Leader.
I thank Members for their patience and co-operation, and I thank the Minister of State and the staff also. The delay is the by-product of the new regime in the Lower House. It is unfortunate, and I know it discommodes Members.