Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Before I announce the Order of Business, I join the Cathaoirleach in extending my deep and heartfelt sympathy to the ten people who died in the fire in Carrickmines at the weekend and to wish a speedy recovery to the two children who will be orphaned now as well. I extend my sympathy to all the families concerned. I also wish to pay tribute to the members of the fire and emergency services. I express my sympathy on the death of Garda Anthony Golden who was aged 36 and stationed at Omeath Garda station. He was shot while carrying out his duty as a guardian of the peace. I extend to his wife Nicola, their three young children and family my deepest sympathy, which I extend to the entire Garda family who are deeply saddened and shocked by the death of a colleague. We can speak on another occasion about the facts surrounding the shooting. It highlights the dangers gardaí face every day while on duty. I firmly believe there is a need for greater respect for the Garda community that have served us so well since the foundation of the State. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anam dílis.