I thank all Senators for their contributions. I welcome Dympna Daly-Finn from Roscommon to the Gallery. I hope she enjoys the day.

Senator O'Loughlin welcomed, as we all do, the ending of the hunger strikes and the resolution to those issues. It is always important that engagement happens and that meetings happen to sort these things. The Senator also raised the issue of childminders, as did Senator Tully, particularly issues in relation to possible commercial rates. I will raise that with the Minister, as I suspect the Senators will too. It is important that there be no uncertainty and that we not place more costs on childminders. We need more childminders and childcare providers, rather than driving any more out. I will certainly take that up. Senator O'Loughlin also raised concerns regarding traffic on the M7-N7 and the commuter belt. I have heard some reports on that. What should be routine journeys are taking longer, unfortunately. I will call for a debate on that with the Minister.

Senator Ní Chuilinn congratulated those involved in Sporting Liberties in Basin Lane and in the €1 million philanthropic fund. She acknowledged all involved in that over the years and the importance of raising awareness of the need for sports facilities in all communities across our country. I agree with that and will try to arrange a discussion on the importance of sport in the coming period.

Senators Keogan and Sarah O'Reilly raised the issue of migration and the need for a debate on this matter. We had a debate in the first week we came back with the Minister of State, Deputy Brophy. I will try to arrange for a further debate on the issues relating to migration that the Senators raised today to allow them to express their concerns.

Concerns were expressed about the numbers and the situations that have happened, whether that be in Drogheda or elsewhere. I will certainly try to arrange for that.

Senator Conor Murphy congratulated Catherine Connolly on her inauguration yesterday and raised the issue of citizens in Northern Ireland not having a vote. I have requested a debate on the franchise and I will request that again from the Minister. The Senator also raised concerns regarding the comments by Secretary Benn in relation to the Good Friday Agreement and participation for reunification. I will request a debate with the Tánaiste on the whole area of reunification as well.

Senator Stephenson called for a further debate on the ongoing atrocities in Gaza and the difficulties in getting aid and medical equipment in. As she said, there are difficulties even getting in the basics such as crutches. She has called for justice and accountability in Gaza. I will request a debate with the Tánaiste and Minister for foreign affairs on this matter again. We have had a number of discussions but it is such an important issue that we need to continue to highlight the issues there.

Senator Nelson Murray commended all those involved in the Just 1 Life campaign and the rotary club in Navan. Some 3,000 students will have seen the showcase. I saw a similar initiative in Leisureland in Galway a number of years ago. There were very hard-hitting messages and graphic imagery from gardaí, firefighters, consultants and doctors in relation to the horrific injuries and fatalities that can take place in car accidents. She rightly talked about how, unfortunately, young males are most at risk of being killed in car accidents. She called for further education, particularly in relation to the use of seat belts, which is nothing new. Clearly, too many people are dying because they are not wearing seat belts.

Senator Duffy raised a specific case relating to An Post network and the relocation from Ballaghaderreen to Castlerea. He mentioned the work of Councillor Alma Gallagher, who has raised concerns about this, among others. I will ask him to put down a Commencement debate for the Minister, Deputy Patrick O'Donovan, because it is a rather specific issue.

Senator Craughwell raised the issue of the Defence Forces and whether we can secure our upcoming EU Presidency. We had a private meeting of the defence and security committee last week, which he attended. I am confident this State will be able to secure the Presidency. There are plans, in conjunction with the Garda, local authorities and the Department of Defence and Department of foreign affairs. We have done it in the past and I am confident we will be able to secure all visiting dignitaries who will be coming during the Presidency from July of next year.

Senator Tully raised the issue of childminding. I will request a debate on that.

Senator McCarthy has asked that item No. 52, motion 1, be taken before No. 1, which is a motion to reaffirm the "outright condemnation and revulsion at Russia's war in Ukraine, [express] solidarity with Poland and [call] on the Russian Federation to retreat and remove its armed forces from all Ukrainian territory." I certainly agree to that request. He has also raised the issue of homelessness and the new housing plan. We all hope the new housing plan that is going to Cabinet today will have even stronger proposals to ensure we put an end to homelessness and ramp up the supply of housing across the State. We have seen some of the budgetary measures which, anecdotally, we have been told will increase the supply of apartments. I am a firm believer that all types of housing need to be provided, from private and rental to social and affordable, and from student accommodation to homelesness hubs. We need to provide everything that is needed to get people off the streets and provide hope for people.

Senator Martin Conway also raised the issue of the housing plan and the need for a debate. I have asked the Minister to come in to debate the new housing plan. There will be a debate with the Minister next week on Irish Water and the investment in our water and wastewater infrastructure.

Senator Maria Byrne raised the issues of scams as we come up to Christmas and businesses that are impacted. Customers and particularly the elderly have to be wary of all scams. Unfortunately, there are unscrupulous people out there who will try to con people and take hard-earned money and pensions off people. It is right to raise this matter. She also raised the issue of the need for people to shop local and support their local businesses.

The period in the run-up to Christmas is obviously hugely important for many small businesses in turning a profit and being able to survive into the new year. I certainly agree with that.

Senator Andrews raised the issue of Dublin City Council plans to increase rents. As I understand it, that will be an executive decision rather than a decision of councillors. There is a similar debate in Galway. The Senator asked that the Minister come in. I will ask for that, although if the Minister comes in to discuss housing, it might be an opportunity to raise the matter at that time, or the Senator could put down a Commencement debate.

Senator Harmon advocated for votes for 16- to 18-year-olds and talked about those who actively participate in communities. I understand there was a motion on this last week in the Dáil, or there will be this week. I have not had an opportunity to look back on that to see what the Government response was but, like any motion, it would have gone to Cabinet for agreement and discussion. I will see what the response was in relation to that matter.

I commend Senator Fitzpatrick, and all public representatives involved, on the saving of the Corpus Christi hall in Drumcondra, which has been saved for community use. It is important that old historic buildings are saved for community use. Two autism classes have been added to that hall, which will be in use for the local school. Well done to Senator Fitzpatrick and all involved in that.

Senator Aubrey McCarthy has proposed an amendment to the Order of Business: "That No. 52, motion 1, be taken before No. 1." Is that agreed? Agreed.