Eugene Murphy (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

If I may, I will dedicate most of my time to the wonderful successes of Lisa O'Rourke and Amy Broadhurst. Lisa O'Rourke was the winner of the women's world elite boxing championship in Istanbul. Castlerea, County Roscommon, was alive and kicking at the weekend. Thousands of people turned out. Tears of absolute joy were shed for a beautiful young woman who is very involved with her community. She is a leader in that community and has a quiet manner. Of course, her sister, Aoife, also has had great success in Europe. We congratulate them. If it is in order and if the House agrees, perhaps we could write to Lisa O'Rourke and Amy Broadhurst to congratulate them because this certainly was historic. It is absolutely fantastic and brilliant. It was very uplifting not only for Castlerea and County Roscommon, but for all of Ireland. The celebrations have been absolutely fantastic.

I also want to acknowledge the fact that I attended a meeting of farmers in Galway late last night. They have concerns and issues. I know the Minister is engaging constantly with Oireachtas Members and farm leaders. There are many difficulties ahead in light of the Ukrainian war. While the price of beef is extraordinarily good at the moment, the benefit is being taken away by the costs involved, particularly in respect of silage and fertiliser. I wanted to acknowledge that and to say that my colleagues and I, as Members of the Oireachtas, are aware of this and are working on it. I am sure we will have some solutions in the weeks ahead.