Gerry Horkan (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank Mr. Strachan. We have a rota for who goes first and, as it happens, I am the first to speak this week. Sometimes a committee member is No. 14 and I will be in about two meetings' time. Today, I am listed as the second speaker but as the first person listed is not here then I will take the first slot.

I thank Mr. Strachan for being here. I understand that he does not live in Ireland but visits frequently. We have tried to facilitate him as I think he is travelling later on. I urge him to please make sure not to miss his flight.