Terry Leyden (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Before calling the Minister of State, I extend a welcome to Dr. John Bosco Conama from Ballintubber, County Roscommon, chairman of the Irish Sign Language recognition group which is led by the Irish Deaf Society, of which he is a member. He is also a neighbour of mine and I am sorry that I have not had a chance to meet him before now. He has a connection to my wife and I am very proud of what he has achieved both in broadcasting and through his work for the Irish Deaf Society. In previous jobs I would have listened attentively to him. I know that the Minister of State will be very supportive.