I wish to ask what happened to my priority question which was to ascertain the attitude of the Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development to the implementation of the nitrogen directive and whether it favoured an all-territory or a zonal approach and if the Minister would make a statement on the matter. Why was it ruled out of order?

I am sorry, Deputy, we cannot discuss that here. I suggest the Deputy calls to the Office of the Ceann Comhairle. The Deputy is taking up time for questions.

Why was it ruled out? I have a very deep suspicion as to why it was ruled out.

The Deputy is being disorderly.

It is normal courtesy to notify me.

Deputy Penrose, I ask you to resume your seat.

I will not resume my seat.

There is a course of action which the Chair is obliged to take if the Deputy does not resume his seat. Does the Deputy wish to leave the House?

No. I might get a chance to ask a question later on.