Robbie Gallagher (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Yes, "dynamic" is the word. I thank Senator Martin. The word "dynamic" springs to mind. I look forward to seeing that dynamism for the next two and a half years as well.

I pay tribute to the gentleman I have worked closely with over the past two and a half years, namely, Senator Kyne, for the very calm, assured and controlled manner in which he goes about his business. He is a gentleman through and through. I cannot mention Senator Kyne without mentioning a certain lady who works in the office with him, and all the Fine Gael Members will know exactly who I am talking about there when I mention the name Deirdre Chambers. If Deirdre Chambers was a soccer player, I would be breaking the transfer record tomorrow morning to bring her across to this side. Alas, that is not the case.

My constituency colleague, Senator Joe O'Reilly, is an out and out gentleman. I always enjoy his wit and sense of humour. There is always a good laugh when he is around. I wish him continued success.

I wish Martin Groves, Bridget Doody, all the staff who work in the Seanad office, and all my colleagues here in the Seanad a very happy Christmas and a healthy new year. I look forward to dealing with them again after Christmas.