Donie Cassidy (Fianna Fail)

As Leader of the House, I warmly welcome and congratulate Senator Niall Ó Brolcháin from Galway city on becoming a Member of the 23rd Seanad. It is a proud and memorable day for him, his wife, Niamh, their children and his many supporters who, it is no exaggeration to say, have come from all over the world to be with him today. I welcome, in particular, those who have come from the city of Galway. I wish him well and look forward to his support from the Government benches.