Does the Taoiseach have any knowledge of whether the Whip converses with the Chairmen of committees? Today an issue regarding Poolbeg is to be discussed at a committee meeting while at the same time we are expected to deal with local government legislation in the House.

The Chairmen of the respective committees have authority to put forward their own business schedule. Everybody is aware of the programme arising from each Whips' meeting so it is a case of management. We have a short enough time in the week to get all of these things in line. It is not the first time this has happened. Chairmen should be cognisant of the outcome of Whips' meetings, which are the conclusion of discussions between the Whips of the parties.

Will the Taoiseach put in place a procedure?

I am afraid the time has expired.

The Ceann Comhairle could use his discretion.

Other Deputies must wait until tomorrow.

The Government Whip meets committee Chairmen to discuss these issues.

We are over time and I must deal with the order of the day.