Terry Leyden (Fianna Fail)

Senator Norris mentioned the handing over of the original 1916 Proclamation to the State and I commend that decision by the family. The original proclamation in the hall of Leinster House, presented by Seán T. O'Kelly, a former President, should be on proper display, particularly for the 90th anniversary of 1916. It is a very valuable document, but it is in a vulnerable position in the House, just on the wall without any protection. It should be displayed in a proper cabinet on the ground floor as it is a wonderful document. It was a wonderful gesture on the part of Seán T. O'Kelly to present it to the Oireachtas, without any reward, tax incentive or otherwise.