I would like to refer to the refurbishment of historic Leinster House. I was out having a coffee at the end of last week, and it seemed to me that the builders were sandblasting the building. This is a big mistake, as far as I am concerned, because sandblasting this kind of stone leads to a spoiling of the surface and damp penetration. I spoke to a member of Sinn Féin about my concerns - a stonemason by profession - who said that I was completely right. I just want to raise the issue as to whether this is the appropriate treatment for Leinster House.

I believe that is a matter for the Houses of the Oireachtas Commission. Perhaps the Leader could refer the matter to the commission. It meets once a month, and the Seanad usually has a particular interest in that.