Voices in the House

A snapshot of exchanges in the Dáil yesterday.

A snapshot of exchanges in the Dáil yesterday.

I asked about the creche as it might apply to the Taoiseach's Department.

- Green Party leader Trevor Sargent.

A creche for backbenchers.

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- Joe Higgins, Socialist Party.

There is no creche in my department and there are no arrangements for people to bring children ... there is no facility for staff to arrive at work with their children and ask the secretary to look after them.

Taoiseach Bertie Ahern

The Taoiseach might second the Minister for Defence (Willie O'Dea) as he enjoys playing with toys.

- Mr Higgins.