Geraldine Feeney (Fianna Fail)

Like others, I congratulate our newest Member, Senator O'Brien. Unlike Senator O'Malley, I hope he does not delay too long in this House. I know his work rate and I am delighted to welcome him on board the Fianna Fáil team.

It is a sad day when one will no longer see the faces and hear the contributions of Members such as Senators O'Toole, Harris, Ellis and Carty. It is most unfortunate that the Chamber does not get better media coverage, especially for the type of common sense one hears from the likes of Senators O'Toole, Ellis and Harris.