Those of us from the midlands will be most aware of Séamus de Brún's achievements. I should make clear that he was a national figure, however, as a result of his service to Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann and the fact that he was such an amiable man. When I think of Séamus, I recall his various cultural activities and his impish sense of humour, which he portrayed on many occasions. If one made a political comment to him, he would reply, after a moment's thought, with an apt and impish remark. He was a fine Senator. He did not contest the 1987 Seanad election, as he had given great service and wished to pursue other causes close to him.