David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank Commandant Lawlor and reiterate that the joint committee is a great admirer of the Defence Forces at all levels. The commandant's observations have been a breath of fresh air for members for which I thank her. In addition, I believe she is one of the first members of the Defence Forces to present to an Oireachtas committee. Perhaps this is a first in this regard, at least as far as I can remember, and the commandant is most welcome.