Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

The kingdom salutes him. He made many pertinent points, although this is not the day to go through all of them. However, the words "festina lente", hasten slowly, come to mind. That was the advice he gave. I, therefore, urge the incoming Government to hasten slowly. It is important that all of the points made by Senator O'Toole should be borne in mind and I have no doubt that they will be.

The Government is facing great difficulties which we have inherited. We will not get involved in any arguments, but we are where we are. I have no doubt that everything will be tackled fairly, honestly and openly. Please God, there will be a lot more transparency. We must communicate with the people on where we are, what is happening and what is proposed. I wish the Government well, as I am sure we all do. I also wish my colleagues well in whatever path they have chosen to take. The best of luck to them.