The Tánaiste is aware of the ongoing situation in Aleppo, Syria, which has degenerated into a horror beyond words. I tried to raise the matter in the Topical Issue debate for the past three days.

The matter is not appropriate to the Order of Business.

I understand that.

It is appropriate to be discussed in a Topical Issue debate.

In ordering business we should set aside time to discuss the horrific situation that is going on at present. We must set aside time next week for such a debate.

Every Deputy in this House would agree with Deputy Griffin that the horror we are seeing on a daily basis in Aleppo is unacceptable. We reiterate the call for all involved to continue to talk and to re-enter negotiations to bring an end to the appalling slaughter that we are seeing there. It is for the Business Committee to discuss whether the matter will be on the agenda of the Dáil. I will support the Deputy's call for such a debate.

I think the Business Committee would be anxious to find time to facilitate such a debate. I suggest that if Deputy Griffin were to make the requisite request through the Chief Whip it could be accommodated if the Business Committee so agrees.