Mr. Pat Hickey:

I will be very brief as I know the committee has time limitations. My two colleagues have expressed everything that has to be said but I agree totally with Deputy Colreavy. The Irish public just wants to see success and they do not care what sport it is, and if the flag is flying and the national anthem is playing, they are absolutely thrilled. I was privileged to be in the London stadium handing the medal to Katie Taylor and it was the most emotional experience of my life. I saw the wonderful joy and happiness in Ireland, despite the recession, and long may that joy continue.