Can we get some clarity from the Taoiseach because he has attempted to answer this question on a number of occasions? Is he saying it is appropriate for Clare County Council or any other local authority-----

We have had this already.

With respect, is the Taoiseach saying it is appropriate for a local authority not to pay an education grant on the basis of whether the household charge has been paid? If so, he is clearly setting a dangerous precedent. Would he find it acceptable if the postmistress refused to pay children's allowance on the basis that a household had not paid the television licence? If he does, when will he bring appropriate legislation before the House to devolve the criminal justice system to the agencies of the State outside of the well established principles of the courts? Is he suggesting that local authorities can go ahead and enforce laws without them ever having been seen in this House? If he finds that a democratic approach to running this country, it says a lot about him and his Government. Can I have a straight answer on this?

The Deputy should go back to Kilbaha and clear his head. There is no promised legislation on this matter.

Why not?

Clare County Council has queried applicants who have lodged claims for third level grants as to whether their households have paid the-----

So has South Tipperary.

Is that in line with the Data Commissioner's request about information?

There is no promised legislation. That is what the Deputy is supposed to raise on the Order of Business.

That is not democracy.