Paddy Burke (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Yes. The Senator was victorious. Once when I was in the Chair, Senator Norris asked me to leave the Chair and come down into the body of the Chamber to vote against the legislation on the referendum to abolish Seanad Éireann. I did not do that. I knew I would not have to and that, if the people got the chance, they would make the right decision. They did so. When one is in the Chair, one has to be on one's toes when dealing with Senator Norris, particularly when dealing with legislation or going through amendments. He is a very good public representative and knows the ins and outs of legislation on Committee and Report Stages. One needs to be on one's toes dealing with him. He has gained all his experience over 30 years. He has been a marvellous public representative and a marvellous Member of this House. He has done a great service to society and Irish political life. I congratulate him and wish him well.