Gerard Craughwell (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I congratulate the Leas-Chathaoirleach on his election. He is a lucky man that I did not speak ahead of him because his words have left me feeling deeply emotional. In all fairness, I believe he will be an excellent Leas-Chathaoirleach and I am very happy for him. He canvassed hard for the post and did very well. Congratulations. I look forward to working with him and perhaps watching him rise to his feet to tell me to sit down every now and then. I wish him well in the future and congratulations.