Is the Minister aware of the growing anxiety with regard to waste disposal in the Sheelin catchment area? Is he aware that ecological and environmental people are making studies in the area because the mayfly was expected to return there as a result of the scheme of slurry disposal which was operated by a Fianna Fáil Government but which was ceased by his Government? Is he planning to put that scheme into operation again even for a brief period in order to provide an opportunity for ecological development?

That is a separate question and must be treated accordingly.

Can the Minister explain why the matter of slurry disposal is different from the question of waste disposal?

The Chair has no control in regard to how questions are answered.

Just as the Minister has no control over the whole operation I am referring to.

The duties of the Chair are defined clearly.