Jerry Buttimer (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Before I call the Leader to outline the Order of Business, it is my great pleasure and privilege, on my own behalf and all of our behalf, to welcome Mary Murray to the Distinguished Visitors Gallery. For more than 19 years she has been taking care of all of us here in Leinster House. As you all know, she is a wonderful supporter of sport and, in particular, the red and green of Mayo, the green and white of Celtic and other teams. For 19 years, Mary has been a regular part of the Oireachtas, in the coffee dock, the self-service and the restaurant. She is always in good form. She always looks after us regarding our dietary requirements and gives us advice about what we should and should not eat. Also, she is a wonderful person. She is very caring and I have always found her to be immensely charming. She was very nurturing of all of us when we were new Members of the Houses. She has looked after us. She is joined by John Walsh, who is our catering manager. I know Mary is a big fan of Enda Kenny. She wants Mayo for Sam before she finishes. I wish her a happy retirement. I thank her for all her work, service, good humour and smiles. We will miss her. On my own behalf and on behalf of all of us in Seanad Éireann, míle buíochas.

I welcome guests of Senator Byrne, Emma Johnson, Yvonne Dempsey and Michelle Kennedy, who are here from the north Wexford school bus group. They are very welcome and I thank them for being here today.

Anois, an Ceannaire le do thoil.