Francis O'Brien (Fianna Fail)

I join in all the good wishes that have been paid to Shay Byrne today, all richly deserved. When I was first elected to this House, I saw nothing but kindness and goodness in Shay Byrne. He helped with whatever one would ask him for, as testified many times this morning in regard to all the ushers and staff of this House. They are second to none.

I join also in the good wishes expressed to Liam Lynch who is retiring. I wish Shay Byrne and his family and Liam Lynch and all associated with him good health, happiness and long life.