Frank Feighan (Fine Gael)

I also wish to be associated with the kind remarks about the late Peggy Farrell. She was ICA president and, as Senator Leyden pointed out, started the Sliabh Bán co-operative which assisted people in County Roscommon interested in handcrafts to market their products. She was a business lady of repute and ensured women's affairs were brought to the forefront in a rural county such as Roscommon.

I had the honour and privilege of serving with Peggy on the county enterprise board. When she had a view, she certainly spoke her mind. She was loyal and, when she put her forensic mind to analysing submissions to the county enterprise board, we were assured that the best result would be achieved.

On my election to the Seanad, I received a touching letter from Peggy which I appreciated. People like her will be missed in rural counties such as Roscommon. I would like to be associated with the remarks made about her.