Terry Leyden (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I agree completely with Senator Byrne, and I am entitled to say that because I am spokesman on European affairs and it is Europe week, a very significant week in the Oireachtas. I compliment the officers of the House on putting up the flags in the entrance hall. They are very impressive and I hope they remain there for the rest of the Presidency. It would be a useful opportunity for discussing the proposals.

Will the Leader consider an early debate with the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport on the future development of Ireland West Airport Knock? The unveiling on Sunday at the airport was a wonderful event that honoured the late, great Monsignor James Horan, who was born 102 years ago on Sunday last. It was a historical event and as I looked around, it reminded me of the late Jim Mitchell when he said it was a foggy, boggy site.