Terry Brennan (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

No, I am the bearer of good news. As the recovery begins to take hold, the north east is attracting investment from many major companies. Many regions of the country are showing some increase in the number of jobs, although some Senators may disagree. The north east is definitely punching above its weight and for very good reasons, in my opinion.

I wish to be associated with the regrets expressed by colleagues at the ending of the Stena ferry service from Dún Laoghaire. My family and I have used it on several occasions. It is a big loss for Dún Laoghaire and for the tourism infrastructure of this country and it will have ramifications for the tourism industry in general.