A Cheann Comhairle-----

I want to raise an issue.

On what basis?

Under Standing Order 35(3).

Could we stop the clock for a minute while I consult with the clerk in relation to it? What is the issue, Deputy?

Any Member is permitted under the standing order to propose an amendment to the Order of Business. I propose that we need statements and questions taken by the Minister for Health in respect to the emerging scandal around hip dysplasia surgery and unnecessary surgeries, it seems, on very young children.

Thank you, Deputy.

There is five hours of debate.

Just a second, Taoiseach.

She will be answering questions.

And questions.

I call the Chief Whip.

In relation to the issues that were raised, Deputy Ó Snodaigh raised neutrality and the triple lock. I appreciate his attention to the Taoiseach's speech.

It is okay. That is a compliment.

I would not put words in your mouth.

Deputies, please.

My apologies. The point I want to get to is that three of the items that were raised on the Order of Business for this week are not on the agenda, so we will discuss those at the Business Committee on Thursday morning as per usual

The Minister will take statements on the Farrelly report and the Grace case tomorrow-----

And questions.

-----and it is also scheduled for next week.

In response to Deputy Collins, I am in discussion with the Minister to schedule this issue as soon as possible. I accept and acknowledge that he has raised it several times. We can discuss it at the Business Committee on Thursday morning.

And questions to the Minister.

To be clear on the agenda, we have statements on Children's Health Ireland for 202 minutes at 4.30 this evening and Sinn Féin is then bringing forward a Private Members’ motion on unnecessary hip surgeries, so the Minister will be in the House discussing health issues for five hours this evening.

She will not be answering questions.

Is the amendment accepted?

It is not accepted.

There is a shocker.

Are the proposed arrangements agreed to?

Not agreed.