Marie Moloney (Labour) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Leas-Chathaoirleach for the opportunity to speak today and I welcome Ms Fitzgerald and Tom's family and friends to the Gallery. I did not have the privilege of working in the Seanad with Senator Fitzgerald, who served before my time. However, I did have occasions to meet him when I worked with my former boss, the former Deputy Breeda Moynihan-Cronin in Kerry South. Tom's love for the Irish language and his dedication to serving the people of Dingle and further afield was well known by everyone in County Kerry and beyond. I am delighted to be present today to listen to the lovely tributes and to the stories of the time spent here with Senator Fitzgerald. I extend my sympathy to his wife, family and friends in the Gallery.