Charlie O'Connor (Dublin South West, Fianna Fail)

——and have been involved in many issues in the area. It is often stated the Taoiseach could just as easily have stood for election in Tallaght because of his background and interest. Perhaps it was a big loss for the people of Tallaght. Throughout my public life he has been a great supporter of everything in Tallaght.

I am delighted to see Deputy Kenny here. He did not think I would be back but here I am. The people of Firhouse, Greenhills, Templeogue, Brittas, Bohernabreena and Tallaght sent me back here 126 days ago.

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