An Leas-Chathaoirleach:

On my own behalf and that of Seanad Éireann I welcome Nuala Ahern, Member of the European Parliament, and members of her family here today. Nuala was elected to the European Parliament for the Leinster constituency in 1994. Prior to that, she was also a very successful local politician and is a well known campaigner in the areas of environmental protection, consumer protection and nuclear radiation. In accordance with Standing Order 52A, I call on Nuala Ahern to address Seanad Éireann.