Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I have great respect for the Members opposite, including Senator Darragh O'Brien, who is normally quite sanguine. I am not sure why the people opposite are getting so excited. I say that with respect. We understand well how democracy functions. Regardless of the appointment to IMMA, this man would have been more than qualified to be on the Cultural and Educational Panel. We are aware of his arts and culture work-----