Brian Hayes (Fine Gael)

I join the Cathaoirleach in wishing all Members of the House an enjoyable summer break. We will have a break during August only, as most committees will meet in July. On behalf of the Fine Gael group, I wish the Cathaoirleach, his staff, the Clerk of the Seanad and her staff, all Members of the House, the Leader of the House, the various group leaders and the Whips an enjoyable summer period. It has been a long session, with many elections in the middle of it. People have worked hard, particularly in recent weeks when we have had to consider many Bills late in the session. Special thanks are due to the Clerk of the Seanad and the Seanad office for the extended work they have done in recent weeks. I thank the Captain of the Guard, the Superintendent and the ushers for their help during the session. As we move into the summer period, it is worth saying that it is good that the House has met this week.