Senator Marc MacSharry raised the issue of the insolvency guidelines. The guidelines have not yet been published and I am not one who comments on speculation. I can assure the Senator that no woman will be forced out of the workforce and that the guidelines will retain flexibility to ensure common sense applies. That is what will happen in all such guidelines.

Senator Ivana Bacik called for a debate on the report of the Joint Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality on penal reform. We will certainly try to get the Minister here to discuss that matter.

Senators Jillian van Turnhout, Trevor Ó Clochartaigh and Michael Mullins raised the issue of direct provision and called for an independent complaints commission in that regard. As has been mentioned, the matter of direct provision has been raised by a number of Senators on the Adjournment, but I will endeavour to have a debate on it.

Senator David Norris proposed the holding of a sitting of the Seanad in Athlone or elsewhere. I will certainly consider that matter and bring it to the attention of the Committee on Procedure and Privileges for consideration.

Senator Denis Landy sought clarity on the loss of €17 million by credit unions which had investments with the IBRC. I am surprised that these credit unions did not withdraw the money.

On a point of order, they were not allowed.

The Leader to respond.

I am surprised that they did not withdraw the money. I will seek clarification for Senator Denis Landy, but I am sure that if he sent a note to the Minister, he would receive clarification on the matter.

Senator David Cullinane raised the issue of the property tax. I gave a comprehensive reply on that matter yesterday.

Senators Cáit Keane, Catherine Noone and Jillian van Turnhout sought a debate on child care. I will bring the matter to the attention of the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Deputy Frances Fitzgerald, and perhaps we might have her attend after Easter.

Senator Jim Walsh sought a debate on political reform. The Government held a referendum on greater powers for Oireachtas committees, but it was rejected by the people. Certainly, in relation to committees, as Senator Jim Walsh will be aware, that part of political reform which had been envisaged cannot go ahead.

Senators Fiach Mac Conghail and Trevor Ó Clochartaigh have outlined the fact that today is World Theatre Day. I certainly join colleagues in saluting all those involved in the theatre and performances the length and breadth of the country.

On the matter Senator Fiach Mac Conghail mentioned, the memo that went to the Cabinet was merely to mention that the Private Members' motion was being put forward this evening and that the Minister himself would be taking the matter. On the other matter referred to, as far as I am aware, no matter went to the Government on the specific memo or proposal to the Government which the Senator mentioned.

Senator Feargal Quinn raised the matter of organ donations and the Human Body Organs and Human Tissue Bill 2008. I will clarify the position on that Bill which he introduced and whether it can be introduced again, or whether it is the intention of the Government to bring an organ donations Bill before the House. I will get back to the Senator on that issue.

Senator Michael Comiskey commented on the co-operation between the North and the South in providing forage for farmers, which is to be welcomed by everybody.

I can assure Senator Diarmuid Wilson, despite the mischief to which he was probably trying to get up, that the Government parties are working well together. As to rumours of divisions, that is what they really are.

Senator Aideen Hayden spoke about the role of women in Irish society and called for a debate on the matter. I will certainly try to arrange it. I can assure everybody that women play an important role in this House on a daily basis.

Senator Colm Burke advised the House that 165,000 additional medical cards were issued last year. He also raised the issue of the cost of insurance. I will certainly raise that matter with the Minister and see if we can have a debate on it.

Senator Mark Daly called for a debate on the undocumented Irish in the United States. That matter was raised by the Taoiseach with the US President. The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Deputy Eamon Gilmore, and his officials have raised it on numerous occasions with representatives, both Democrats and Republicans. I can assure Senator Mark Daly that the matter is on the agenda on a constant basis, both in the Tánaiste's office and the Taoiseach's office.