Donie Cassidy (Fianna Fail)

We echo the Cathaoirleach's very kind remarks and wish Alan well. We spoke last week of how proud we were of his achievement in becoming a Member of the European Parliament. We hope the experience he has gained in the Seanad will stand him in good stead in the many years to come as a Member of the European Parliament.

The Order of Business is No. 1, Aviation (Preclearance) Bill 2009 — Report and Final Stages, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business; and No. 2, European Parliament (Irish Constituency Members) Bill 2009 — all Stages, with the Order for Second Stage and Second Stage not to be taken before 5 p.m., with spokespersons having ten minutes to speak, all other Senators seven minutes, on which Senators may share time, and with Committee and Remaining Stages to be taken at the conclusion of Second Stage.