I want to seek your advice on a matter of urgent national importance. It relates to the jamming of radio channels by foreign pirates on the west coast at the moment which is a danger to mariners. Is there any way I can raise this matter when lives of mariners are at stake because of this jamming by the foreign pirates referred to by Deputies Molloy and Daly as it is a danger to shipping? It is a matter of urgent necessity to ensure that the matter is rectified. Is there any way in which the House can act now to ensure that the lives of mariners are protected?

The Deputy gave me no notice of his intention to raise this matter and consequently I am unable to give a considered reply. He must know that. I shall look into the matter and communicate with the Deputy.

I received the information a moment ago that the jamming of radio channels by these foreign trawlers is now of urgent concern.

I appreciate that.

Before the House rises is there any possibility that we can——

I shall be out of the Chair in a few minutes and as quickly as a decision can be made it will be conveyed to the Deputy.