Garret Ahearn (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

If everyone will bear with me, I have to read a declaration before I take the Chair. It takes a couple of seconds.

I do solemnly declare that I will duly and faithfully, and to the best of my knowledge and ability, execute the office of Leas-Chathaoirleach of the Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade without fear or favour, apply the rules as laid down by the House in an impartial and fair manner, maintain order and uphold the rights and privileges of members in accordance with the Constitution and Standing Orders.

I am next but I will leave myself until the end as I am chairing. I call Senator O’Loughlin.