An Leas-Chathaoirleach:

I congratulate President Cox on his election as President of the European Parliament. It is a great and fully deserved honour for him personally and for this country. On behalf of the Members of Seanad Éireann, I thank President Cox for his wide-ranging and interesting address and his comprehensive replies to the questions raised by Senators. We deeply appreciate his kindness in accepting our invitation to address the Seanad. It is quite clear that notwithstanding his extensive portfolio, he has not lost any of his passion or commitment to Europe. I assure him that he has the sincere good wishes of all Members of this House in his future endeavours.

An Leas-Chathaoirleach:

Sitting suspended at 12.55 p.m. and resumed at 2 p.m.