Brian Hayes (Fine Gael)

On behalf of my colleagues in the Fine Gael Party, I thank the ambassador, Mr. Bruton, for his remarks. I also thank him for subjecting himself to the inquisition that will follow from my colleagues on all sides of the House. It is good to hear him express his views so forcefully. Last Christmas, I read the memoirs of the former British ambassador to America which became an international best-seller. It was a diplomatic kiss-and-tell. I advise Mr. Bruton not to go down that route when he chooses to tell his story.