Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

I believe we will have a full resident ambassador there in a short time. We must allow David Cooney to work his great diplomacy in his skilled way. It will be accepted, hopefully, that the Villa Spada can house a resident ambassador in the fullness of time.

I very much congratulate the man and welcome all that is happening.

Senator O'Brien kindly interrupted me. I agree with all his remarks about EU scrutiny. There is a shortfall in this regard, which the House could usefully take up.

I very much congratulate the man and welcome all that is happening.

Senator O'Brien kindly interrupted me. I agree with all his remarks about EU scrutiny. There is a shortfall in this regard, which the House could usefully take up.