Before calling Senator Glynn I welcome Councillor Paddy Smith from Cavan to the Visitors Gallery.

I propose the suspension of the House until 12.20 p.m.

The business was set for the day on the Order of Business.

It was only a short time ago.

When a Minister is unavailable, this is common practice. It is only a matter of minutes.

With due respect to the Government speaker, I do not accept it is common practice. When a Minister knows the schedule of this House, he should give it that respect.

If we do not have agreement I must put the question. Is the suspension agreed?

No.