Alcohol products bill
Mr. Gormley: The Taoiseach told us this morning that the Government had not buckled in the face of pressure from the tobacco industry. However, is it not fair to say that it has kowtowed to the alcohol industry by removing the alcohol products Bill from the legislative programme?
An Ceann Comhairle: The Taoiseach on the alcohol products Bill.
Mr. Gormley: Will the Taoiseach tell the House when the trial period will end for the co-operative deal made with the alcohol industry and when the legislation will be introduced?
The Taoiseach: Voluntary agreements have been reached with the alcohol and advertising industries and, therefore, the Department of Health and Children wishes to postpone the introduction of the legislation pending the outcome of these agreements.
Mr. Gormley: How long? The Taoiseach: I am not sure how long.