I rise to address the ongoing disruption caused by the Opposition parties in the Dáil. Last week, after weeks of obstruction over a question of eight minutes, the Opposition continued its childish behaviour by walking out during Deputy Nolan's speaking time. While they were doing this, Ireland along with most of the world was seeing the financial markets descend into chaos in the wake of Trump's tariff announcements. We are in a bad situation when the Government does not want to face the crisis looming over us. We are in a dire one when the Opposition is more concerned with tilting at windmills than with dealing with these very real and severe problems. When we have these crises in the international markets and in housing, migration and health, eight minutes is simply not worth it. The recent tactics employed by the Opposition, including endless debates, procedural objections and motions of no confidence-----

I remind the Senator that what happens in the Dáil is a matter for the Dáil.

I am well aware of that.

Arrangements for Dáil speaking times are not a matter for the Seanad.

I thank the Cathaoirleach. The tactics that have been used not only amount to obstruction but are also a blatant attempt to derail the legislative agenda and hinder progress on the critical issues that affect the lives of our citizens. It is also deeply concerning to witness how the Labour Party and other Opposition parties are allowing themselves to be led around by Sinn Féin in this obstruction.

We must ask ourselves what the true motive behind these disruptions is. Is it to serve the people of Ireland or is it to further the political ambitions of the few? The answer is clear. I call on Opposition Members to rise to the occasion and show ourselves to be worthy of our constituents. We must hold the Government's feet to the fire on the real and concrete issues that concern the nation.

I also want to raise-----

I remind the Senator that I will give her more time. Everyone here has an opportunity to raise issues.

I understand that, a Chathaoirligh.

What is done in the other Chamber is a matter for the other Chamber. Senators have ample time - all the time in the world - to raise whatever concerns they have. I will afford Senator Keogan the opportunity to do so. However, the Dáil's arrangements are issues for the Dáil.

I thank the Cathaoirleach.

Last week, Members of the Oireachtas, including Members of this House, stated that members of Mothers Against Genocide protesting outside Leinster House were strip-searched by gardaí. That did not happen, according to the Minister, Jim O'Callaghan. It is important that Members of this House retract claims made against our country's police force.