Pauline Tully (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

It is refreshing to see two Ministers or Ministers of State stay for a debate. It does not often happen. I acknowledge also Deputy Michael Moynihan, in his absence. He plays an excellent role as Chairman of the committee. He is very inclusive and ensures equality among all our members, which we appreciate. We work really well together. I would say we are all proud of the committee to date. It has been a privilege to work with everyone on the committee to build a consensus, to deliver for disabled people, to meet all the disabled people we have met and to hear their stories. They have come in and given up their time to share with us what their lives are like. I hope this committee, working with the Minister and the Minister of State, can make a real difference to their lives.

See this speech in context