Violet-Anne Wynne (Clare, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I will use the two minutes I have to commend the staff in the Houses of the Oireachtas. In my time here since I was elected, they have been more than helpful. From the ushers and cleaning staff to the canteen and IT staff - I hope I am not forgetting anybody but I am sure I will - each and every one of them is a happy, smiling face. That is really important for us, as Members, when we are dealing with tricky, difficult and complex personal situations for our constituents, as well as wider societal issues.

I commend the staff on their efforts. One particular instance I will not forget is when I brought Baby Collins Montaine into the Chamber. The ushers were so helpful on that occasion. Not only do they make the experience in the Houses of the Oireachtas easier, in some ways they are also a familiar face on which we can depend every day. I extend my gracious thanks to each and every one of them for the time I have been here. I also commend my constituency staff in my office, Sinead Perez and Kathleen Coll. They have been impeccable and a pillar of strength for me as a public representative. I wanted to take time to mention the work that goes on behind the scenes. It keeps everything we see on the television working and keeps us all in line. Gabhaim buíochas leo go léir.

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