The vast majority of Members referred to the Smithwick report. We are all very grateful to Judge Smithwick for the report. Everybody is saddened and appalled that a person in Dundalk Garda station contributed to the deaths of Bob Buchanan and Harry Breen. In addition, I believe every member of the Garda Síochána, and especially the families of the brave members of the Garda who lost their lives protecting the institutions of the State, must be very saddened by what this report has exposed. We will have a full debate on the report after due reflection on it. The comments of the Leader of Sinn Féin on local radio this morning were reprehensible.

Hear, hear.

To put the onus on the victims was absolutely despicable.

I note Senator Norris's comments on the need for independent regulation of the Garda. All Members will welcome the fact that the Garda Commissioner is due to make comments on the matter today. We look forward to hearing what he has to say.

At present, relations and co-operation between the PSNI and the Garda Síochána are greater than they have ever been, as has been acknowledged by both sides at state level and within the respective police forces. That is as it should be. There should be that type of co-operation.

Absolutely.

We must never return to the murder, mayhem and horror we witnessed over those very sad years in our history. Let us hope that does not happen. Members have spoken about collusion. In response to Senator Ó Clochartaigh, collusion is collusion. In my opinion, there is no hierarchy where collusion is concerned. It was not a day for Sinn Féin propaganda on the issue-----

We are just looking for the truth, as is the Leader.

-----but we should have a comprehensive debate on Northern Ireland as well as the Smithwick report. I will try to facilitate those debates in the House.

Senator O'Keeffe raised the issue of tax and VAT receipts and the fact that it is a positive signal that the economy is gradually recovering. That is welcome. She also referred to the Who Cares? report and said the settlement figures should be made available.

I agree totally with her in that regard.

Senators Norris and Wilson highlighted the case of Dónal de Róiste. An all-party motion on this matter was accepted by everyone some years ago. I will make inquiries to the Minister about the current status of that motion. My personal opinion is that it should be reactivated.

Senator Landy welcomed the measures that have been taken by the Minister, Deputy Burton, to assist temporary workers. I agree that they are to be welcomed.

Senator Barrett welcomed the measured response of the Minister of Justice in Northern Ireland, David Ford, to the report of the Smithwick tribunal. I note Senator Barrett's points regarding the 1992 EU health insurance directive. I will find out from the Minister for Health what the situation is with regard to seeking a further derogation in this respect. I will revert to the Senator at that point.

Senator Ó Domhnaill spoke about the waiting list for orthodontic treatment. We will have a debate on the health service plan as soon as it is available. I am sure the Senator's points can be raised when the Minister is in the House on that occasion.

Senator Conway welcomed the decision by Aer Lingus's regional division to bring 100,000 extra passengers to Ireland through Shannon Airport. He spoke about the benefits of this decision for tourism in the mid-west and the rest of the country.

I remind Senator O'Sullivan that we will debate the horse and greyhound racing fund after the Order of Business. I note his points about the possible dangers of wind farms for the horse racing industry. If the Senator does not get an opportunity to raise that issue during the debate on the horse and greyhound racing fund, I am sure he will get another opportunity to bring his concerns to the attention of the Minister in the near future.

Senator Ó Murchú joined those calling for a debate on Northern Ireland and suggested that this House might have a role in some type of peace and reconciliation commission. I think it would probably be beyond our remit. We should certainly try to do anything we can to assist those who are helping families to achieve closure.

Senator Crown said that the State should be able to make a greater input in hospitals that make top-up payments under section 38 of the Charities Act 2009 and charities that make such payments under section 39 of that Act. I note his points and I will bring them to the attention of the Minister.