Camillus Glynn (Fianna Fail)

I support the call for an all-party motion on the banning of "head shops". As someone who has cared for the victims of these establishments for a number of years, it is time something was done but meticulous legislation will have to be introduced because those who peddle these products are clever. Legislation will have to cover not only the current range of products available in these shops but also substances that are not. In the normal course of events they are deemed legal. Therefore, we must be careful about what we do and how we do it. I am pleased the matter was raised. Members will display a responsible attitude by adopting an all-party approach, as this issue is above politics. It is about the welfare of the people. As Members of Parliament, we have an obligation to do whatever we can to take corrective measures in that regard.