Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I concur fully with the remarks of Senators O'Donovan and O'Sullivan on the appalling shootings and murder in the school in Connecticut.

I echo the Senators' remarks on the sad passing of that great character Páidí Ó Sé, who was always so full of wit and humour and who was wonderful company. The Cathaoirleach played against him in a famous game in the 1970s.

I think the Cathaoirleach was in the forwards and he was right full back on the day; he was in the back line anyway. I think Kerry won that game. It is a frightfully sad passing and we all send our deepest sympathy and condolences to his wife, Máire, and his family.

I raise a matter I referred to last week. I am sorry Senator Ó Domhnaill is not here because Senator Ó Domhnaill-----