David Norris (Independent) | Oireachtas source

It is my privilege today to preside over the orderly transfer of power. We have always been fortunate in the calibre of Cathaoirligh of Seanad Éireann. Over my 30 or more years in the Seanad, I can bear witness to this fact. Senator Mark Daly has been exemplary - gentlemanly, courteous and impartial in his rulings. I shall have the opportunity to speak briefly about the other candidates put forward for this office later on. I now have the pleasure of asking the Leader to propose the fixing of a date for the election of Cathaoirleach.