Kathleen O'Meara (Labour)

I would like to join in the words of sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Ms Breda Courtney, who died so suddenly. It has been mentioned that a sudden death like hers leaves a gaping hole and is such a loss for family and friends. We in the House would have been aware of Breda coming and going, and of her extraordinary work and that of her colleagues. She was part of an amazing team supporting the work of this House and playing a valuable role in our democracy, ensuring that the public has quick and easy access to the pronouncements in this House.

On behalf of the Labour Party I thank Breda Courtney and her family for her long years of service, as have been mentioned by the Cathaoirleach and the Leader. She served here for a considerable number of years and I thank her for such assiduous service, and for being an extraordinary member of a great team.