I am always reluctant to become involved in political debate. Deputies can say what they like politically, but an accusation was levelled at a Minister of State - I do not know which of them - of being deceitful. It is not in order, and is contrary to Salient Ruling 416, to accuse anybody or any Member of being dishonest, deceitful or underhanded. Insofar as the two Ministers of State who are present are concerned, I can state with some emphasis that they are totally transparent in how they do their business. Indee…

I understand that Deputies Michael Collins and Mattie McGrath are sharing time.

Deputy Murnane O'Connor has a supplementary question.

Deputy, it is not appropriate to make that sort of criticism of a colleague. You are alleging something profoundly serious. I do not think it is in order in the House, under privilege, to make that sort of accusation.

It is fair enough to make any political point you want, but I think that goes beyond the making of a political point.

No you are not; you are stating an opinion.

Excuse me. You are stating an opinion in attributing to the Minister a particular motivation, and you are not in order in doing that.

That was a long time ago, I would say.

Good news, Deputy McAuliffe.

Next is Deputy Murnane O'Connor, who wishes to discuss plans to ensure adequate provision of student accommodation where?

The Deputy has 30 seconds.

Please, Deputy. The Tánaiste, without interruption.

The time is up.

Yes.

Thank you Deputy.

The time is up Deputy.

Please Deputy.

Deputy, please. You are way over time.

Hold on, Deputy, please.

You would hardly have to go there.