Diarmuid Wilson (Fianna Fail)

On behalf of the Fianna Fáil Party, I wish to be associated with the tributes paid to Shay Byrne. The best tribute that could be paid to him is that since I became a Member of the House, I have regarded him as an usher rather than as head usher. That is how efficient and effective he has been. I also pay tribute to Liam Lynch who will leave the service of the Houses on Friday. Two nicer and more decent people one could not meet. I pay tribute to all of the ushers who look after us in an unassuming and professional manner. I wish Shay well in his retirement. After 38 years in the Houses he looks remarkably fresh and young. His family will now have him to themselves.