We have not been in touch with the Leader.

I know the Government Whip has many powers, but I do not think he has the power to expedite legislation. I will certainly make inquiries as to the projected date for publication of the Bill. It appears in the Government's legislative programme, but there is no publication date for it. As with much other legislation, publication is being pushed forward. Any pressure we can put on the Departments would be welcome in trying to expedite the introduction of Bills such as this.

Senator Tom Sheahan sought information on the Coroners Bill. As I did not look at the legislative programme, I am not sure if it appears in it. Given that it is on the Order Paper, we should be able to get a date. The Senator also called for a debate with the Minister for Finance, Deputy Michael Noonan, on pillar banks and their lending levels to SMEs. My colleague, Senator Aideen Hayden, has called for a similar debate on banking. We might try to arrange that debate during this term.

Senator John Crown referred to the plain packaging of tobacco legislation to ensure its speedy passage. I am sure the legislation will have cross-party support. He has also raised some more matters in respect of St. Vincent's University Hospital which have been highlighted by him on a number of occasions in the House.

I think I have responded to all of the questions raised by Senators.