Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

On a personal level, I congratulate Deputy Harris, his wife Caoimhe, his family and his supporters. Particularly for Saoirse and Cillian, this will be a day they will remember differently as time evolves. It is a very special moment for them and for Mary and Bart as well. We all know that nobody can succeed in making a real impact in our public life by themselves. Just like the tough times are shared, so too are moments such as these. I wish Simon's family the greatest enjoyment of this moment and of this day. I have no doubt in the immediate aftermath things might get a bit more challenging and rockier.

I wish Simon well. This is a special day for him. I look forward to a constructive and effective co-operation in the time ahead. Go raibh míle maith agaibh agus go n-éirí an t-ádh leat.

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