Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Leas-Chathaoirleach is familiar with it. He is a frequent visitor who is always welcome. What is happening at Killarney House is unbelievable and I invite all the Members to see it for themselves. It is truly an iconic tourism project. We have this beautiful house both in the town and in Killarney National Park, the home of the former Earls of Kenmare, the Brown family, and John McShane, the man who did so much for horse racing in this country with that great trainer and Coolmore previously. A commemoration of both those families will be held there, which is something about which all Members will be enthusiastic when it comes to pass. I compliment the Minister, Deputy Deenihan, again on all he has done and for leading that project.

I note the sad passing of Billy Vincent who spent the first 15 years of his life in Muckross House, that other great house in Killarney. He has been a wonderful benefactor not just to Killarney, but to this country over the years. Senator Barrett is aware of that.

I agree with my colleagues in regard to the holding of the children's rights referendum on 10 November. I share their view that it is wonderful that polling day is on a Saturday. I believe all elections should be held at weekends. I hope we will get a good poll but I have yet to meet someone who is arguing against it. The danger in that is apathy and we would have a low poll. It behoves us all, therefore, to do our bit next weekend and in the remaining few weeks.