Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein)

I join other colleagues in extending good wishes to yourself and to all the elected representatives of all parties and none for the summer period ahead. It will be a busy time for all of us, perhaps more so than in previous summer recesses with the looming general election.

I wish the staff of the Houses of the Oireachtas similar good wishes, those who serve us directly in the Chamber, those who record the daily proceedings, the ushers and all the support staff whose courtesy towards Members is very much appreciated. I wish the members of the press well. I am sure they will be able to fill their column inches with other pursuits over the summer period rather than commenting on the affairs of this Chamber and, maybe, that will be a rest for some of us as well.

I have no doubt that everybody has some little break planned. I just want to share with the House before resuming my seat that I have it on good authority that a number have planned exotic destinations. I have it on good authority that the Progressive Democrats Party has made a very special holiday arrangement for its president, the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform, Deputy McDowell. I understand its members have chipped in together and he is being sent to Coventry for the summer where we hope he has a wonderful time.

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