John Gilroy (Labour) | Oireachtas source

I find it unpleasant in this debate that male Senators of a certain age are casting a tonal reflection on the Minister. The Minister is a young man. Some of the comments made appear to hint that because he is a young man he is easy capture and prey for the officials. I have known the Minister for 20 years. He is no easy prey for anybody in the Customs House. Anybody there who thought they could capture the Minister got a surprise. I would prefer if Senators do not allow that tone to creep into the debate.