Grace O'Sullivan (Green Party) | Oireachtas source

I am delighted we are here to talk about the marine spatial strategy, which is one of my favourite subjects. I thank Senator Coffey for his remarks about my work with various environmental non-governmental organisations over the years and his recognition of the importance of marine spatial planning. When he mentioned that whales are migratory species, I was reminded that our duty of care and responsibility is not confined to our own nation of Ireland but extends internationally in line with our status as a member state of the EU and a member of the global community. One can see whales and the other species we have been discussing in Antarctica, if one has the pleasure of going there.