Terry Leyden (Fianna Fail)

The way the Leader summarised the work or contributions of Senators was also worthwhile. We are well served by the Clerk and Clerk Assistant of the Seanad. They are experienced and powerful women who guide the Seanad. The stenographers and technical back-up to the House are second to none. The reports published of the contributions made in the House are exemplary. I do not know how they figure out the names of various locations.

I wish the Acting Leader of the House well. It is like becoming a Cabinet Minister on one's first day back in the House. A great honour has been bestowed on him. To Seán Dorgan, who played a pivotal role in the election of Fianna Fáil, Peter Sands who has a tremendous record of service to the country and Chris Wall——