The Chief Whip indicated this morning that there were 25 Bills planned for this session. She referred to the possibility that there might not be sufficient time in which to deal with all of that legislation. My understanding is that only five hours are allocated for Bills each week. Given the 25 Bills emanating from the Government and all of the legislation that has already been referred to various committees, some of which should be coming back to be dealt with in plenary session, it is clear that this is not workable. There is no basis on which one can process this legislation adequately or effectively in the five hours allocated during the week or each day. I ask that all parties meet fairly urgently to resolve this issue to secure more time for what the House has ordained to do, that is, pass legislation that is urgently required to improve people's quality of life. We have but one member on the Business Committee and the reform committee. That critical issue needs to be addressed, as was pointed out earlier.

Can I also ask-----

The Deputy may ask only one question.

Is that all?

Yes, that is all. The rule is the same today as it was before we broke.

We need two members on the Business Committee.

The Business Committee needs to get its act together.

The Business Committee is a new deal. The commitment is to publish the 25 Bills this year, in this session. The Chief Whip has received a request from-----

Is the Taoiseach suggesting - perish the thought - that we might pass them?

The Chief Whip has received a request from the Business Committee to allocate an extra two hours every Thursday. She is considering that request. That is what the commitment is. The request has been received and is being considered.

My understanding is that it has been referred to the Dáil reform committee.

It has.

It is not sustainable.