I know that the Cathaoirleach is under pressure, but I am delighted to see one of the Taoiseach's nominees, Senator Billy Lawless, in the House. It is great to have someone in the Chamber with a direct link to the White House. That can only be good for the country and the Seanad.

I am also very much in agreement with what Senator Marie-Louise O'Donnell said about the arts. For many decades she has been performing in the arts and continues to do so in this House. She is someone with a direct link to the Taoiseach, which should also be of huge benefit to the House.

I ask the Leader to invite the Minister for Education and Skills, Deputy Richard Bruton, to come to the House in the coming weeks to discuss adult education, the plc sector and the Youthreach training centres.