Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael)

I join in the tributes to my former constituency colleague, the late former Senator Michael Queally. He was a kind, decent and honourable gentleman. His interests lay mainly in the agriculture sector, a subject on which he spoke authoritatively inside and outside this House. He was a great lover of Gaelic games and could be seen most Sundays throughout the country, enjoying the sport. Michael served in this House from 1983 to 1987 with the same honour and distinction as he did in local politics. His fair-mindedness was recognised by all – political opponent as well as party colleagues. To his wife, Carmel, children and family, I offer my sincere sympathy.