The only thing I would say to the Senator, and I know he is passionate about this issue, is that matters in the Dáil do not concern this House and vice versa.

I wish to raise a national issue, namely, our premier national park.

What about Ballycroy National Park?

Where is that?

In County Mayo.

Beauty's home.

Yes, I thank the Senator. I am delighted that the Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport, Deputy Ring, will soon open Killarney House.

The premier national park is in Killarney, Senator Conway-Walsh.

I am sorry. I thought Senator Coghlan was referring to Ballycroy National Park.

Last year the beautiful gardens and grounds were opened and new visitors are welcome. We have a problem with the rhododendron because it is an invasive species. More resources are needed to tackle the problem, particularly in the Glena, Mangerton and Torc mountain areas.

On the question of the deer population, there have been some unfortunate accidents due to deer clashing with cars, etc. A little more fencing and signage would be helpful. I understand Kerry County Council will provide both. In addition, motorists must drive a little more carefully in the vicinity of the park, particularly on the Ballydowney to Gortroe section of the Ring of Kerry route, the Killarney to Killorglin section and again on the Kenmore to Killarney section. The roads in the park have greatly improved due to €250,000 being spent on them recently.

Is the Senator suggesting better signage for the deer or the motorists?

The deer in Kerry are very smart.

The Cathaoirleach never lost it.

On the question of staffing, the number of rangers has been reduced from nine to four. That number must be increased. There is a certain cull needed of old and infirm deer, particularly red deer. No one wants the population of native red deer to be greatly reduced. However, old and inform animals must be removed from the deer population, and maybe a few hinds. As far as I am concerned, the population of Japanese Sika deer can be wiped out. They are more difficult because they are smaller animals and thus are better at hiding in the woods.

Their number is down. With more rangers, management of that will improve. Please God, that will happen. I ask that the Minister be brought to the House in early course to discuss these issues. Did Senator Conway-Walsh mention another national park?

Ballycroy. The Senator should come up to see it.

Perhaps the debate could deal with other national parks also. We could encompass the lot. I would welcome that.