I welcome that the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Deputy Fitzgerald is here as my question to the Taoiseach is in regard to the deadline of 31 October in respect of Russian adoptions, which date is rapidly approaching.

The Deputy cannot raise that matter on the Order of Business.

Will the Adoption Bill 2010 be amended to address the concerns of Irish parents seeking to adopt Russian children?

The Deputy can raise the matter as a Topical Issue or by way of parliamentary question. If he tables a request for a debate I will consider it.

The deadline of 31 October is rapidly approaching.

The Deputy cannot raise that matter on the Order of Business. Is legislation promised?

A small number of the cases involved are very sensitive. Any changes to the Adoption Bill 2010 will have implications for everybody. The Minister is considering the position.