Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Senator Quinn raised the issue of the new provisions for J1 visas which may have a disadvantage for young people going to America. The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade has expressed concerns in that regard but I will bring this to his attention. Senator Quinn also welcomed the sale of Avoca, an Irish company, which has done so well over the years. It is welcome to see an American company buying it and it shows the success of this company. Irish companies in general have succeeded and we wish the new owners well.

As for the pronunciation of Northern Ireland, I do not know if I said it right. I would have said North of Ireland. I note the Senator’s point in that regard.