asked the Taoiseach if he intends to proceed with the constitutional crusade which he announced when he was Taoiseach previously; and, if so, when he will lay his proposals before the Dáil.

The question of a constitutional review is under consideration at present. I would like to discuss the matter with the Leader of the Opposition in the light of the exchanges between us on this issue at col. 1034 of the Official Report of 31 March last.

Would the Taoiseach indicate by whom the review is being carried out?

That is under consideration and could depend on the outcome of any discussions that I might hold with the Leader of the Opposition on the subject.

Does the Taoiseach consider that at least the spirit of the crusade which he announced some time ago is in conflict with the legislation which is at present going through the Dáil?

No, Sir.