Timmy Dooley (Clare, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank Mr. Whelan for his setting out his stall. He has a passion for boating, understands the business, lives in the area and is interested in the wider community. He has demonstrated very clearly why he is being appointed and I wish him well. At this stage our questioning is almost unnecessary once he has shown he has the credentials to be appointed. We may invite him back at a later stage to deal with issues as they arise for the port. He has set out very plainly his skills and experience. I note he is the son of a cattle dealer. Coming from a small farm I understand that if he has learned anything from his father he will be well able to deal with the complexities of the business that is Waterford Port. I wish him well and look forward to seeing him develop that piece of infrastructure to the benefit of the south east.