Rory O'Hanlon (Cavan-Monaghan, Ceann Comhairle)

On behalf of the Leas-Cheann Chomhairle and myself, I thank the party leaders for their comments. I take this opportunity to thank the Clerk, the assistant clerk, the ushers, the staff in my office and everyone in the House and its precincts who ensure that we are able to go about our business in a very efficient and effective way.

I know how hard my parliamentary colleagues work, not just when the Dáil is in session but also when it is out of session. I am sure my medical colleagues in the House will agree with me when I say that everyone should take a reasonable break over the Christmas period. I thank my parliamentary colleagues for their co-operation during the year and wish everyone in the House a very happy Christmas.

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