Trevor Ó Clochartaigh (Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Ba mhaith liom, thar ceann ionadaí Shinn Féin, gach dea-ghuí a ghuí ar Andy. We actually have a serious issue that we might need the Leader to clarify because, to me, Andy looks far too youthful to be retiring at this stage. As a newer Member of the House, I must say it has been always a breath of fresh air to come in and meet Andy, who has always shared a smile and a bit of a laugh. He always pointed one in the right direction.

It might be fitting to thank all the staff at the Houses because they are the unsung heroes. Much of the media attention, in particular, seems to be focused on the Members but the staff here are absolutely exemplary and have been fantastic all through the year. I refer to all the ushers, the administrative staff, the staff here in the Seanad, the staff in the cafeteria, the cleaning staff and everybody else involved throughout the Houses. I congratulate Andy and wish him all the best for the future. I thank all the other staff who do so much great work during the year. Go raibh míle maith agaibh ar fad.