Ned O'Sullivan (Fianna Fail)

Níor labhras fós sa Teach seo, ach ní mór dom cúpla focal a rá anois. I planned to make my maiden speech on something more uplifting and inspirational than mutton. I must advise the House, particularly my great friend and colleague, Senator O'Toole that I now rejoice in the title of Government spokesman on food and food health in the Seanad. In this capacity, I assure the House and Senator O'Toole I intend to embark immediately on very comprehensive research, including a rigorous programme of dining out in some of the best eating houses in the country.