I congratulate the Attorney General, Rory Brady – my namesake but no relation unfortunately – and his team on their excellent work to date. We have to defend strongly our sovereign right to protect ourselves in whatever forum we choose. Yesterday's decision vindicates that right and any costs incurred are wholly justified. We must continue to build the case piece by piece. The decision last week in the International Court in the Hague, along with the actions taken under the UN Convention of the Sea, will all add to this case.