In the early debates on Europe in this House 20 years ago, the main concern was what Ireland would get from the EU. In more recent debates, this has changed. We as a nation have matured. We have benefited economically from the EU and are now able and willing to ask ourselves what we can offer it. We all recognise that Ireland will become a net contributor to the EU. This is a fantastic feat and shows how successful we have been as part of the EU. It is wonderful that we will now contribute to other countries and help them to develop. The Minister of State referred to the issues of agricultural policy that will be faced by the accession states. Many of Ireland's farmers and those in rural areas ask themselves how this will affect their communities. Proposals have been made to change the support system for Irish agriculture and rural areas. It is an issue that requires more debate and scrutiny. However, the type of economic development we benefited from since 1973 is the same we hope to see spreading right throughout the Union. A bigger and better economically successful Union is not just good for Poland, Latvia and Malta, but is equally good for Ireland.