During his time as Leader of the Opposition and since coming into government, the Taoiseach has made much of the importance of tourism to the economy. The Gathering, for example, which is to take place next year, has been identified as an important initiative with the capacity to attract large numbers of visitors. The Government has indicated a desire to separate Shannon Airport from the Dublin Airport Authority, which will also have implications for Cork Airport.

Does the Deputy's question relate to promised legislation?

Yes. When does the Taoiseach intend to bring the required legislation to the House to implement that change?

Second, in the light of spiralling oil prices, will the Taoiseach reconsider the emergency legislation my party brought forward last year which would allow the price of fuel to be moderated when it reaches that peak and provide the Government with the capacity to review the level of excise duty it takes on the price of oil on a quarterly basis? The Minister for Finance is in the Chamber and may be able to offer some guidance on this issue.

This morning the Government gave authorisation to the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation to follow through on the Government's decision on the Shannon regional development zone.

Is the Taoiseach referring to the abolition of Shannon Development?