Francis O'Brien (Fianna Fail)

I join previous speakers in welcoming Senator James Carroll and in congratulating him on his election and elevation to Seanad Éireann. Young James was a wonderful choice for election to this House as is evident from his wonderful success story as recounted by the Leader. I refer in particular to his student union activities and his recent successful election to Louth County Council. He ran a wonderful campaign and is a good choice to represent County Louth in this House. Hopefully, he probably will be the replacement of the present Ceann Comhairle, Deputy Seamus Kirk.