Section 38 bodies and related issues
The Leader notes Senators’ concerns about section 38 funding, promises further discussion of the Irish-language strategy, and acknowledges other matters raised during the debate.
I look forward to that happening at the appropriate time.
I note Senator Mary Ann Moran's points on the funding of section 38 bodies, a matter she has raised on several occasions. With other Members, she also extended her good wishes to our colleague, Senator Jimmy Harte, who I am sure will be back with us soon and continue to win matches, as was said yesterday.
Senator Brian Ó Domhnaill talked about Straitéis 20 Bliain don Ghaeilge. I will ask the Minister of State, Deputy Dinny McGinley, to attend the House to discuss that matter again.
Senator Diarmuid Wilson referred to ghost estates and called on the Minister of State, Deputy Jan O'Sullivan, to address the House on the matter.
A number of Senators yesterday requested a debate on it. I have made the request to the Minister of State who I am sure will be with us soon to debate it.